Challenges and Opportunities of Agriculture Digitalization in Spain

Motivated by the ongoing debate on food security and the global trend of adopting new emerging technologies in the aftermath of COVID-19, this research focuses on the challenges and opportunities of agriculture digitalization in Spain. This process of digital transformation of the agricultural sector is expected to significantly affect productivity, product quality, production costs, sustainability and environmental protection. For this reason, our study reviews the legal, technical, infrastructural, educational, financial and market challenges that can hinder or impose barriers to the digitalization of agriculture in Spain. In addition, the opportunities that digitalization can bring are identified, with the intention of contributing to provide insights that helps strengthen the Spanish agricultural model and make the necessary decision so that professionals in the sector are prepared to adapt to this intense change.

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This research explores the challenges and opportunities of agriculture digitalization in Spain, aiming to enhance productivity, product quality, production costs, sustainability, and environmental protection. The study examines the legal, technical, infrastructural, educational, financial, and market challenges, as well as the potential benefits digitalization can bring, in order to support decision-making and the adaptation of professionals in the sector.