Federacion de cooperativas agrarias de Murcia
The Murcia Agri-cooperatives Federation (FECOAM) is the organization that represents the agri-food cooperatives and producers from Spain's Levante Region of Murcia before regional, national, and European institutions, all of which are related to the agri-food sector and the social economy. Founded in 1985, FECOAM binds more than 80 agricultural cooperatives together, which means nearly 22,000 producers and more than 45,000 jobs. FECOAM agri-food cooperatives include the following sectors: Olive Oil; Apricot & Green Plum; Ornamental Plants & Flowers; Nuts & Almonds; Livestock & Feed; Fresh Vegetables; Peach & Fresh Fruits; Supplies; Wine; Rice; Canned Products; Dairy Products; Organic/Bio Agriculture; and Tomato.
Role within Nemesis
Within Nemesis, FECOAM strengthens the connection with agricultural cooperatives and the wider farming community in the Spanish Living Lab. The federation facilitates stakeholder engagement, supports the testing of soil health practices within cooperative networks, and promotes knowledge exchange among producers. By integrating co-solutions into cooperative structures, FECOAM helps assess their economic feasibility and scalability. Its strong regional network enhances dissemination, peer learning, and collective uptake of sustainable soil management practices, reinforcing the practical impact and long-term sustainability of Nemesis outcomes within the agri-food sector.
Furthermore, FECOAM has extensive experience in carrying out and managing innovation projects, and has a large technical and administrative team. FECOAM collects socio-economic data on agri-food cooperatives and acts as a link between member companies and government agencies and society, given its mandate to represent and defend the interests of agri-food cooperatives.