Canary Islands Publicize New Partnership to Promote Local Products Through Football and Tourism
Published: August 19, 2025|economy-and-business|Gobierno de Canarias
Canary Islands' Agricultural Promotion Collaboration
Partnership Details
- The Canary Islands' government has officially announced a new collaboration with the local football club, Club Deportivo Tenerife Femenino, to boost the promotion of regional agricultural products.
- The agreement was signed on July 31, 2025.
Objectives and Focus
- Leverages the visibility of sports and tourism to showcase the unique flavors of the islands.
- Managed by Gestión del Medio Rural de Canarias (GMR Canarias), a public company dedicated to supporting the agricultural sector.
- Focuses on joint activities such as:
- Using club imagery to advertise Canary products.
- Encouraging healthy habits tied to local food consumption.
Promotion Strategies
- Promoting local produce both on the pitch and through tourism campaigns like 'Volcanic Xperience'.
Impact Goals
- Strengthen the regional economy.
- Increase market access for small producers.
- Enhance Canary Islands’ reputation as a food and enogastronomic hotspot.
Expectations for Residents and Visitors
- More efforts to integrate Canary flavors into everyday life and tourism experiences.
- Foster a closer connection between agriculture, sports, and regional pride.
Funding and Support
- The partnership does not involve direct funding, focusing instead on joint promotional activities.