Last night at 8:30 p.m., the Paraninfo of the University of Zaragoza hosted the official awards ceremony for the Technical Innovations Competition and the FIMA 2026 Excellence Award. The event served as a prominent platform to recognize the technological innovation taking place in the agro-industrial sector. The ceremony, enlivened by the inclusive choir Cantatutti, honored through the Technical Innovations Competition those solutions representing significant progress in terms of production efficiency, resource optimization, digitalization, and environmental sustainability. Meanwhile, the Excellence Award highlighted initiatives that combine innovation, social commitment, and a strategic vision for the future.

The ceremony was attended by the Regional Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food of the Government of Aragón, Javier Rincón Gimeno; the Regional Minister of the Presidency, Institutional Relations and Public Security, Ángel Carlos Lorén; the Regional Minister of Economy, Digital Transformation and Transparency, Carlos Gimeno; the Rector of the University of Zaragoza, Rosa María Bolea; the President of Feria de Zaragoza, Jorge Villarroya; the President of the FIMA Organizing Committee, José Antonio Lostal; and the Chairman of the Jury, Emilio Gil.

In this edition, the jury granted three Outstanding Technical Innovation distinctions and six Technical Innovation awards, distributed across the various competition categories.

CATEGORY: TRACTORS, SELF-PROPELLED MACHINERY, ROBOTS, AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES, RPAS AND ENERGY

In this category, the jury recognized the following as Technical Innovations:

RoboCOMPACT, developed by Energreen S.p.A., a high-performance self-propelled and radio-controlled machine that offers greater maneuverability and operational efficiency in complex agricultural tasks, optimizing time and resources in highly demanding technical environments.

RE3075 tracked autonomous robot, presented by Maquinaria Agrícola Segúes, S.L., in collaboration with Black Shire, S.R.L., designed as a tool carrier for vineyard and orchard operations. Its versatile design and autonomous operating capability improve safety, precision, and performance in specialized farms.

These solutions reflect the growing integration of robotics and automation in agriculture, aimed at addressing productivity and sustainability challenges.

CATEGORY: POWER-DRIVEN MACHINERY AND FIXED AND MOBILE INSTALLATIONS

In this category, three Outstanding Technical Innovation distinctions were awarded:

VARIOSMART System, by Kuhn Ibérica, S.A.U., for its contribution to more precise and efficient fertilizer distribution within the framework of precision agriculture, promoting rational input application and reducing environmental impact.

GS Seeder, by Maquinaria Agrícola Solà, S.L., designed for direct seeding on pastureland, preserving soil structure, reducing erosion, and promoting more sustainable agronomic practices.

DualCleaning-600-H, by ITM Filters, a system that prevents the presence of zebra mussels in irrigation installations through an environmentally friendly process, helping protect hydraulic infrastructure and water resources.

Additionally, the following were recognized as Technical Innovations:

MFLOW hydraulic system, by Industrias David, integrating hydraulic and electronic technology to optimize the productivity of inter-row plows, improving precision and operational efficiency.

OPTISEED dosing system, by Kuhn Ibérica, S.A.U., for its advances in productivity, sustainability, and operational performance, enabling more accurate and crop-adapted dosing.

CATEGORY: AGRONOMIC MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS AND SERVICES, SOFTWARE AND DIGITALIZATION

The digital transformation of the agricultural sector also played a prominent role in this edition. In this category, the following were recognized as Technical Innovations:

SWS intelligent weighing system, by Manitou, which enables static and dynamic load measurement during handling operations, providing greater control, safety, and efficiency in material management.

Corner Control & OptiPoint Pro+, by Kuhn Ibérica, S.A.U., a solution aimed at optimizing work processes and improving the comprehensive management of agricultural operations, facilitating more precise and efficient decision-making.

FIMA 2026 Excellence Award

Finally, the FIMA 2026 Excellence Award was presented in its fifth edition, recognizing organizations that combine innovation, sustainability, and social commitment.

This year, the jury granted the award to the Special Employment Center Gardeniers, with the support of ATADES. Gardeniers is a benchmark in organic farming and social inclusion, managing more than 20 hectares of certified organic crops. Its commitment to innovation, the circular economy, territorial cohesion, and the creation of opportunities for people with disabilities has positioned it as a model aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.

The awards ceremony concluded with the FIMA 2026 Gathering, an event held for the first time to promote networking among professionals, companies, and sector representatives, fostering knowledge exchange and the creation of new synergies.

Through these recognitions, FIMA reinforces its role as a key meeting point for the agricultural sector and as a platform driving innovation, sustainability, and talent that define the future of farming.