The sixth edition of the program EWA (Empowering Women in Agrifood) In Spain, this has culminated in the election of Cucare Diagnostics as the winning project, awarding it a prize of 10.000 EurosThe initiative by Anabel Millán Leiva from Valencia offers solutions for advanced molecular diagnostics for the early detection of pathogens and resistance in crops and insectaries. This genetic technology Fast and scalable, it promises a significant improvement in the productivity and sustainability of farms.
After an intensive six-month period of training, specialized mentoring, and support, the project has been selected for its positive impact and contribution to the innovation in the agri-food sector.
The second award, endowed with 5.000 Euros, was for Circular Grain, by Marina Hijano Moreno, a resident of Munich. Her proposal consists of a plant-based alternative to milk which is made from the residue from the brewing processThis drink, which is rich in protein and fiber and low in sugar, promotes circular economy by transforming an abundant byproduct into a nutritious and sustainable option.
As additional recognition for her work, Anabel Millán Leiva has also received the 'Visibility Pack'which will allow you to present Cucare Diagnostics in the EWA European finalEntitled Accelerating Innovation Through Women Leadership, which will be held next December 4th in Warsaw.
The grand final of EWA 2025 took place at the Cruzcampo Foundation in Seville, bringing together the nine finalist entrepreneursThe projects were evaluated by a jury of experts composed of Ada Bernal (Heineken), Vanessa Galindo (Eoniq Fund) and Darío Martínez de Azcona (entrepreneurship advisor).
During the meeting, Mercedes PérezThe head of Entrepreneurship at Loyola University highlighted the importance of these types of programs: “The talent and determination The initiatives of women entrepreneurs are essential to moving towards a fairer and more sustainable agri-food system. At Loyola, we work to support them, inspire them, and offer them the necessary tools to turn their ideas into reality. projects with real impact".
For its part, Iciar Etxebarria, a member of the EWA project's Communications team, emphasized the initiative's maturity on the continent: “With this sixth edition, EWA demonstrates that the female entrepreneurship In the European agri-food sector, it is not a trend, but a consolidated realityWomen entrepreneurs are leading the change towards a more equitable food system innovative, sustainable and fair".
Since its creation in 2020, the EWA program has supported more than 400 female entrepreneurswith a prize distribution that exceeds 600.000 Euros and an attraction of investment for the startups participants of more than 12 millones de euros.
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