Canary Islands Employment Program for Young Farmers and Rural Workers

Key Details

• The Canary Islands government has officially published a key agreement to fund a comprehensive employment program aimed at young farmers and rural workers.
• The resolution was issued on December 26, 2025.
• A subsidy of €213,598 has been granted to the 'Asociación Canaria de Jóvenes Agricultores' (Canary Islands Young Farmers Association).
• The subsidy is allocated to implement the 'Plus Employment' initiative.

Program Objectives and Components

• Focuses on improving employability among the unemployed, especially those facing barriers to integration into the labor market.
• Includes:
  • Tailored training
  • Job placement services
  • Support for job contracts lasting at least 180 days

Obligations for the Recipient

• Set and meet specific job placement targets.
• Publicly advertise the program.
• Follow detailed procedures for tracking employment outcomes and expenditure justification.
• Ensure transparency through:
  • Cooperation with official inspections
  • Proper recordkeeping
  • Adherence to data protection laws.

Broader Goals and Oversight

• Represents ongoing efforts to boost rural employment and support young farmers in the Canary Islands.
• Aims to align with broader social and economic policies for:
  • Fostering sustainable development
  • Reducing unemployment in less urbanized areas.
• Involves the creation of a joint oversight commission for proper management and follow-up of the project.

"This development signifies ongoing efforts to boost rural employment and support young farmers in the Canary Islands, aligning with broader social and economic policies to foster sustainable development and reduce unemployment in less urbanized areas."