Canary Islands Announces New Financial Aid for Tomato Farmers

Overview

The Canary Islands government has announced new financial aid for tomato farmers for the 2026 season. These subsidies aim to support producers cultivating tomatoes between July 2025 and June 2026, especially those who benefited from similar help in previous campaigns.

Details of the Support

• The assistance includes grants up to 24,000 euros per hectare for both planting and reconversion efforts.
• The goal is to help farmers adapt to market and climate challenges.

Eligibility

• Farmers who received aid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 are eligible.
• Support is extended to those who have changed crop types away from tomatoes and bananas.

Bonus Incentives

• Additional bonuses are available for producers who participated in youth farming programs.
• These programs offer a 10% extra on top of their subsidies.

Implementation and Goals

• The aid application window opens 30 days after the official bulletin, giving farmers a clear deadline to prepare their requests.
• This initiative underscores ongoing efforts to bolster agriculture in the region.
• The primary aims are to:
  • Stabilize incomes
  • Promote diversification
  • Support the economic vitality of Canary Island agriculture

"This support reflects the government's commitment to sustainable and competitive local food production."