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Zaragoza hosts the IV Conference of the European Association of Wine Economists from 15 to 17 May
CIHEAM > AGENDAS > Zaragoza hosts the IV Conference of the European Association of Wine Economists from 15 to 17 May
  • Delegates address emerging challenges in trade, environmental change, and increasingly restrictive market conditions.

Zaragoza, 12 May 2025.- Zaragoza hosts the IV Conference of the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE) on 15-17 May, a leading international forum dedicated to the economic and institutional analysis of the wine sector.

Founded in 2020, the EuAWE brings together academics, researchers and industry specialists from across Europe to exchange knowledge and strengthen collaboration in the wine value chain.

The decision to hold the conference in Zaragoza reflects the strategic economic, social and institutional importance of Aragon’s wine sector as well as the presence of institutions and business projects committed to sustainable viticulture and innovation.

This year’s edition is jointly organised by the Faculty of Business and Economics of the University of Zaragoza (UNIZAR), CIHEAM Zaragoza (Spanish headquarters of the International Centre of Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies), and the Agri-Food Research and Technology Centre of Aragon (CITA). The programme includes parallel sessions, presentation of scientific papers, tasting of Aragonese wines, and technical field visits to winegrowing areas allowing delegates to experience first-hand the strengths of Aragon’s viticultural landscape.

The Conference is supported by the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPA), the Department of Agriculture, Livestock and Food of the Government of Aragon, Cajamar, Zaragoza City Council and Mercazaragoza. Wines for the tasting session are provided by the Designations of Origin of Calatayud, Campo de Borja, Cariñena, Somontano, Aylés, and Urbezo.

The European wine sector is undergoing a profound transformation that requires changes in public and private strategies. Wineries, auxiliary industries, public administrations, and other key stakeholders are adapting to new trends in trade, changes in environmental conditions and more restrictive market conditions. Through this event, the European Association of Wine Economists and the organising institutions aim to promote knowledge-sharing and generate insights for better decision-making across the wine sector.