Minister Agricultura, Pesca y Alimentación, Luis Planas, has begun an official agenda in México to strengthen the presence of Spanish food and beverages. The mission aims to boost the sector's internationalization after reaching record exports of €78.000 billion in 2025.
Boosting the Restaurant Network and Exports
During the first day of his visit, the minister Luis Planas He held strategic meetings with representatives of establishments distinguished with the seal Restaurants from SpainThis certification, already held by 30 establishments in Mexico, acts as a key showcase for the quality and culinary tradition of national products abroad.
During these meetings, the Minister of Agriculture emphasized the importance of Plan Internacional de la Gastronomía EspañolaAccording to the minister, this initiative is a key tool to "strengthen the international presence and prestige of the country's gastronomy," consolidating it as a first-rate economic, social, and cultural engine.
Spain: Fourth largest exporter in the EU
The institutional agenda included a working session with local importers, critical figures for maintaining the export vocation of the Spanish business fabric. España It is currently consolidating its position as the fourth largest food exporting country in the Unión Europea and seventh worldwide, a leading position based on the competitiveness of its companies and the high demand for its processed products and raw materials.
The Spanish delegation also visited the facilities of the Mexican multinational. Sigma AlimentaciónThis company, a global leader with a presence in 17 countries and a network reaching more than 645.000 points of sale, represents a strategic ally for large-scale food distribution in the Americas.
| Strategic Indicator | Data / Figure |
|---|---|
| Spanish agri-food exports (2025) | 78.000 millones de euros |
| Spain's export position in the EU | since 4º |
| Spain's export position worldwide | since 7º |
| Certified restaurants in Mexico (Restaurants from Spain) | 30 establishments |
| Distribution network of Sigma Alimentación | 645.000 points of sale |
| Annual production of Sigma Alimentación | 1,8 billion tons |
Operational capabilities and global logistics
Production and distribution capacity is a determining factor in the bilateral relationship. With sales in over 100 different regions, the Spanish food sector seeks to leverage synergies with logistics giants to ensure that gastronomic excellence reach new market niches with maximum operational efficiency.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the mission in Mexico
What is the seal? Restaurants from Spain?
It is a certification that distinguishes restaurants outside of España offering authentic, high-quality Spanish cuisine. There are currently over 500 worldwide, with 30 of them located in México.
What is the volume of Spain's agri-food exports?
In 2025, the sector's exports exceeded 78.000 millones de euros, placing España as the world's seventh largest exporter.
What role does the group play? Sigma Alimentación in this relationship?
It is a leading Mexican multinational that produces 1,8 million tons of food per year and has a massive distribution network, being a key player for the entry of products into international markets.
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