Across Spain, many women are leading innovative agricultural initiatives and revitalising rural areas through sustainable projects, family businesses and agricultural cooperatives.
These women not only overcome cultural and economic barriers; they also promote responsible farming practices and strengthen the social fabric of their communities.
Below, we look at several inspiring examples of women leaders in the sector:
Helena Rodríguez
Sustainable farming in Burgos
Helena Rodríguez Pérez, an agricultural technical engineer, has managed a small farm in Arcos de la Llana (Burgos) since late 2013 under the name El Huerto de los Tulipanes.
The farm grows vegetables according to organic farming principles. El Huerto de los Tulipanes also uses social media to showcase its work and sell its produce, bringing it closer to consumers and raising awareness of sustainable agriculture.
Natalia del Águila García, an environmental sciences graduate, inherited a farm in Cáceres and decided to exchange city life for the countryside. She now practises sustainable horticulture to produce her own jams and preserved vegetables.
Under the name Las Delicias del Palacio del Deán, they apply agroecological techniques throughout the production, preparation and preservation of their jams and preserves.
Natalia del Águila
From city to countryside in Andalusia
Estela Pérez
Professional drone pilot from Camporrobles
Estela Pérez Clavijo, who is from Camporrobles, is a professional drone pilot and is qualified to apply aerial plant-protection treatments.
Estela’s work allows her to inspect and monitor plants and crops, detect pests and weeds early, increase productivity and save products, time and water.
Ramona Lara, together with her mother and brother, manages a flock of more than 600 sheep in La Solana, Ciudad Real. After her father died, Ramona took responsibility for the family business and has continued working in livestock farming ever since.
As a member of Ganaderas en Red, she supports the circular economy and sustainable development in milk and cheese production by promoting short supply chains.
In addition to shepherding, Ramona manages the farm’s administration, having trained in this field while looking after the flock.
Ramona Lara
Sheep farmer in Ciudad Real
These women are outstanding examples of leadership in livestock farming across different regions of Spain. They stand out for their commitment to sustainability, environmental conservation and the revitalisation of rural areas.
