Maria J. Castroviejo serves as Senior Advisor for Food & Agribusiness Research at AgriBridge Initiative, providing strategic research, market intelligence, and sector insights that support the organization’s agricultural investment and development programs.

With extensive experience in food and agribusiness analysis, Maria plays a key role in identifying emerging trends, evaluating market opportunities, and helping shape investment strategies that strengthen agricultural value chains across Africa and beyond.

Her responsibilities include conducting industry research, supporting investment assessments, analyzing agricultural markets, and providing data-driven recommendations that guide AgriBridge’s programs and partnerships. She also contributes to the development of innovative solutions that connect farmers, investors, and global markets.

Maria is passionate about advancing sustainable agriculture through research and knowledge sharing, helping create opportunities that improve productivity, enhance food security, and generate long-term value for farmers, agribusinesses, and investment partners.