Canary Islands’ Cattle Farming Subsidies for 2025

Overview

The Canary Islands’ government is launching subsidies for cattle farmers for the 2025 campaign, targeting various aspects of cattle production.

Details of the Aid

• The aid includes financial incentives for:
  • Calf births from nursing cows
  • Calves born from other cattle
  • Slaughtering
• The goal is to support local farmers amidst ongoing challenges.

Eligibility and Requirements

• Beneficiaries must be registered and compliant with regional livestock records.
• Ensures transparency and proper tracking.

Funding and Payments

• Funds are provided by the European Agricultural Guarantee Fund.
• Total amount exceeds 4 million euros.
• Specific payments are allocated per animal and slaughter.

Additional Support

• Farmers who also benefit from rural development programs can receive an extra 10% aid boost.
• This encourages sustainable agriculture.

Application Period

• Online applications open from July 1 to July 31, for calves born or slaughtered in the first half of 2025.
• Application window from January 1 to January 31, 2026, for the second half.

Objective

• This initiative aims to bolster the local cattle sector.
• The sector is vital for regional economy and food security.
• It provides targeted financial support to hardworking farmers in the islands.

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"This initiative aims to bolster the local cattle sector, vital for regional economy and food security, by offering targeted financial support to hardworking farmers in the islands."