Agricultural activities are predominant, mostly dryland farming, with the growing of wheat, barley, potato, beet and vegetables.

Remains of the old Roman road between Tricio and Briviesca can be found within the city limits.

Ancient Romans called the village Alfovare.

Until 23 December 1804 it was a village belonging to Santo Domingo de la Calzada, when Charles IV of Spain granted it the title of independent village.

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