Modifications to the Strategic Grant Plan of the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Food Sovereignty for 2023-2025
Published: June 17, 2025|economy-and-business|Gobierno de Canarias
Canary Islandsā Strategic Grant Plan 2023ā2025
Overview
The Canary Islands government has approved a comprehensive update to its Strategic Grant Plan for 2023 through 2025. The focus is on supporting the agriculture, livestock, fishing, and rural development sectors.
Key Modifications
- Addition of specific grants aimed at:
- Strengthening local farmers
- Promoting native breeds
- Supporting agricultural innovation
- Allocation of funds for projects such as:
- Expansion of subtropical crops in Gran Canaria and La Palma
- Improvement of viticulture in La Geria
- Assistance for farmers impacted by droughts and recent natural disasters (e.g., La Palma eruption, forest fires in Tenerife and El Hierro)
Objectives
- Enhance productivity
- Preserve endangered local breeds
- Mitigate economic losses
- Support rural communities and local economies
- Emphasized initiatives include:
- Supporting new entrepreneurial initiatives in rural areas
- Improving water infrastructure
- Promoting local food products through fairs and marketing campaigns
Funding and Commitment
Funding, exclusively from regional credits, depends on upcoming budget approvals.
This initiative showcases the governmentās commitment to:
- Sustainable rural development
- Building resilience amid climate challenges and economic uncertainties.
It aims to ensure continued support for the vital primary sectors in the Canary Islands.