Tenerife Livestock Fair FAGATE 2026 Highlights Future of Canarian Agriculture
The Tenerife Agricultural and Livestock Fair (FAGATE 2026) opens this Friday in La Laguna, serving as a strategic hub for modernizing the region's primary sector and preserving its unique genetic heritage.
The future of farming and livestock in the Canary Islands is back in the spotlight as the Tenerife Agricultural and Livestock Fair (FAGATE 2026) returns. The event opens this Friday, the 17th, at the Casa del Ganadero in La Laguna, cementing its reputation as the premier showcase for the region’s livestock industry.
More than just an exhibition, the fair acts as a vital health check for the Canarian countryside. Valentín González, the Island Councilor for the Primary Sector, emphasized that the event is about more than just displaying animals; it is a crucial tool for protecting local biodiversity and encouraging the next generation of farmers. With rising costs and new animal welfare regulations to navigate, the Island Council is using the fair to highlight its ongoing strategy: providing financial aid for feed and dairy quality while investing in modernized infrastructure.
A key part of this plan is transforming the Casa del Ganadero into a high-tech service hub. The goal is to help local producers become more competitive against imports. This professionalization effort is supported by the Health Defense Groups (ADS), which are essential for maintaining the high animal health standards required for both local consumption and exports.
Organized by the Tenerife Livestock Association (AGATE) alongside the regional government and La Laguna City Council, this year’s fair brings together the entire industry. By gathering researchers and breeders, FAGATE 2026 aims to protect the archipelago’s unique genetic heritage. Preserving these native breeds is not just a matter of cultural pride; it is a strategic advantage in a market that increasingly values high-quality, traceable products with a clear connection to the land.