As every year the event highlighted the value of tomato as the jewel in the crown of this Southern Spanish province. Almeria currently exports more than one trillion kilograms of tomatoes’ different varieties to the world every year. It is the most demanded product of the province by far. As consequence, this day has an international character.
Almeria’s tomato has become increasingly popular due to its quality and particular flavor. It is one of the most important ingredients of the healthy and widespread Mediterranean diet. The event was organised by several regional fruits and vegetables firms and sponsored by local and national press (such as La Voz de Almeria and Cadena SER), local administration (Ayuntamiento de Almeria), provincial administration (Diputacion de Almeria), regional administration (Junta de Andalucia) and the financial group Cajamar.
This was the 8th edition of the event that serves to showcase the most famous product of this part of Andalucia to the world. Locals, certainly, lived it with pride. Thousands of people attended to enjoy this great day.
The various activities included welcome healthy breakfasts, cooking shows, products tastings sessions (including Gazpacho; traditional Andalusian cold soup based on tomato), charity funding, music performances, games for children, and awards given to different personalities and businesses.
Varieties
Attendants were able to go through all different tomato varieties available displayed at various stands. Tomatal and Vocito, the event’s mascots, welcomed visitors and joined to the fun. Local band La Charanga will add music and dance to the show.
The event attracted delegates from the entire fruit and vegetable sector (agricultural businesses and entrepreneurs) as well as the general public. All funding collected was donated to the local charities ANDA and ALTEA.
Almeria showcased its flagship product with a complete and varied program of activities and workshops. There is no better World’s Tomato Capital than the city of Almeria.
