The cycle, which begins on October 30 in Tenerife, aims to present the results of a study on the vulnerability of the archipelago's agriculture and livestock to current and future climate scenarios, as well as applicable adaptation measures.
The meetings will bring together professionals, technical staff, agricultural organizations, and interested citizens. The Minister of Ecological Transition and Energy, Mariano H. Zapata, highlighted the importance of providing the sector with tools and experiences to anticipate the challenges of climate change, which is already affecting Canary Islands agriculture and livestock.
Zapata pointed out that holding the conferences on different islands will allow the analysis to be adapted to the characteristics of each territory and to hear directly from those working in the field. "These conferences represent an opportunity for professionals, administrations, and the scientific community to share solutions and strategies that contribute to strengthening the resilience of the Canary countryside against new climate scenarios," he stated.
Following the inaugural conference in Tenerife (Valle de Guerra, La Laguna) on October 30, the cycle will continue in Lanzarote on November 13, in Gran Canaria on November 16, and in La Palma on November 20. These sessions will allow for an understanding of the particularities of each territory and enrich the technical work with contributions from the sector.
During the sessions, the main conclusions of the study will be presented regarding strategic crops such as avocado, mango, banana, temperate fruits, and grapevines. Thermal stress in livestock, effects on beekeeping, and working conditions in the field will also be addressed, with special attention to rising temperatures, water scarcity, and the increased frequency of adverse weather phenomena.
The meetings are conceived as spaces for dialogue and participation, where farmers, ranchers, technical staff, and representatives of sector organizations can share experiences, identify needs, and formulate proposals tailored to the different productive realities of the islands.
