FIMA 2026

FIMA 2026 closed its doors on 14 February with record-breaking figures: 187,875 visitors (a 12.5% increase compared to the previous edition), more than 1,200 exhibitors from 35 countries, and notable new initiatives such as FIMA Tech and FIMA Connects Talent, which enriched an already extensive programme of activities.

We visited the fair during the last two days, and feedback from exhibitors was consistently very positive, both regarding visitor numbers and the highly professional profile of attendees. One exhibitor jokingly mentioned that no one had asked for caps this year, which, in essence, means that professionals attend to see the machinery, not to collect merchandising.

From our perspective, FIMA continues to be a highly interesting trade fair for agricultural machinery and new technologies. It is true that tractor manufacturers have been absent for several editions now, which makes the exhibition somewhat less impressive. However, the large number of implements and technological solutions on display ensures that the fair remains very relevant. We did notice that some stands seemed slightly smaller than in previous years. Given the increasing cost of exhibiting, it is understandable that manufacturers may be optimizing stand space and the number of machines displayed.

Interestingly, one exhibitor shared that the absence of major tractor brands encouraged visitors to move more freely around the exhibition halls, benefiting other exhibitors. Distributors and dealers also appeared to dedicate more time to implement manufacturers, whereas in previous editions they focused heavily on meetings with tractor OEMs.

We also observed the absence of major implement manufacturers such as Amazone, Lemken, Maschio Gaspardo, Pöttinger, Krone, Väderstad and Kverneland. If FIMA aims to strengthen its position as a leading international trade fair for agricultural implements, the presence of these major players will be key. Otherwise, it risks becoming more regionally focused.

On a very positive note, we would like to highlight the strong presence, quality and innovation of Spanish manufacturers such as Ovlac, Gil, Bellota, Broch, Gaher Metalic, Solá and MañezLozano. These companies continue to demonstrate strong innovation capacity and consistently present interesting developments.

What innovations caught your attention at the fair?

Versión en español.

Rainfall in 2025

As we do every year, we have analysed the annual rainfall data for our area and prepared this report to share the results with you. Although the data are highly localised (La Alberca de Záncara – Cuenca), we believe the precipitation pattern may be representative of central Spain, where rainfall is generally lower than in the northern and southern regions.

We considered 2024 an extraordinary year due to the amount of rainfall and the excellent harvest. We thought it would be hard to surpass… yet we only had to wait one year to see that 2025 was even better in every respect: both rainfall and crop yields.

With 619 litres per square metre, 2025 has broken all positive records in the 26 years for which we have data (with the exception of 2010, which reached 799 litres). We honestly cannot recall a year with such high cereal production as 2025.

For several years, we have been highlighting how drought has become increasingly noticeable. While total annual rainfall has remained relatively similar, we have observed that rainfall has become less effective — with more torrential events that are not fully absorbed or utilised by crops. In this sense, 2025 also broke the trend: rainfall was consistent and well distributed throughout the year, allowing crops to benefit fully.

In short, 2025 has been a historic year — one that we will remember for a long time.

As for 2026, it has started strongly, with around 260 litres recorded so far. We will see how spring unfolds and, ultimately, what autumn brings, with caution, but also with hope. If 2025 has taught us anything, it is that nature can always surprise us.

Versión en español.