Technology for Fuerteventura’s Primary Sector

The Gran Tarajal Agricultural Cooperative will host, on May 27, a gathering that brings technological innovation to the island’s farming and livestock sector.

The Cabildo of Fuerteventura, through its Department of New Technologies, is promoting AGROTECH Fuerteventura 2026, an island‑wide day aimed at introducing technology to the primary sector and fostering the modernization of agricultural and livestock operations.

Event Details

• Date & Time: May 27, 2026, 16:00 – 20:00
• Venue: Gran Tarajal Agricultural Cooperative (open to all interested citizens, free entry until capacity is reached)
• Co‑ordination: Department of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, led by Enrique Pérez, with the support of the Tuineje City Council and the Gran Tarajal Cooperative.

“AGROTECH Fuerteventura is born as a practical knowledge‑transfer space where producers, cooperatives, tech companies and public administration can share experiences and discover innovative solutions already applicable to the island’s reality,” – Carmen Alonso, Councillor for New Technologies.

Focus Areas

The program will concentrate on the main challenges facing the Majorero primary sector, especially water efficiency, sustainability, and productive digitalisation. Key topics include:

• Technology for efficient water management
• Innovative solutions for agriculture and livestock
• Digital platforms for production management

Speakers & Participants

Confirmed presenters represent a mix of research institutes, tech firms, and local enterprises, such as:

• Institute of Agricultural Sciences and Research of the Canary Government
• Nieblagua
• Ecobertura
• Gescan
• Fractals
• Ecoinnovación
• Compost Majorero
• University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Practical Case Studies

Attendees will see real‑world applications, including:

• Pest‑monitoring systems for crops
• Digital livestock management tools
• Sustainable water capture technologies
• Waste‑to‑fertilizer processes producing high‑quality organic amendments

Objectives

AGROTECH Fuerteventura 2026 aims to:

• Narrow the technological gap in the primary sector
• Showcase concrete, ready‑to‑use solutions
• Encourage data‑driven decision‑making
• Contribute to a more efficient, resilient, and climate‑adapted production model for the island

The day will close with a networking session and cocktail, facilitating the exchange of experiences between participants and speakers.