Una vida en el mundo rural. | Ángela Delgado | TEDxLa Laguna

Cooperativa San Miguel's History and Operations - Cooperativa San Miguel is an agricultural cooperative in San Miguel de Abona, Tenerife, with 65 years of history, focusing on potatoes, bananas, and wine [1][4][7] - The cooperative has diversified into producing banana flour from discarded bananas for gluten-free products [7][8] Gender and Leadership in Agriculture - The speaker was the first female president of an agricultural cooperative in Spain at age 27, highlighting the historical lack of women in cooperative leadership [5] - The speaker recounts experiences of overcoming gender-based stereotypes and challenges in a male-dominated industry [5][6][15][16] Challenges and Advocacy in the Agricultural Sector - The agricultural sector faces demonization, being blamed for CO2 emissions and environmental damage, despite evidence pointing to other industries like textiles and tires as major contributors to waste [19] - The speaker advocates for fair competition, highlighting that European producers face stricter regulations than those outside the EU, particularly regarding plant protection products [25][26][27] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of supporting local agriculture to avoid reliance on imports and potential price spikes, referencing a past crisis in the UK [33] Sustainable Practices and Innovation - Canary Islands agriculture utilizes advanced irrigation systems, including drip irrigation for over 35 years, to conserve water [21] - The banana sector in Tenerife serves as a sink for treated and recycled water [23] - The agricultural sector is adopting technologies like artificial intelligence to automate processes and improve efficiency [31][32]