The Canary Islands banana now holds just 47% of the mainland Spanish market, down from 49% last year, as cheaper banana imports take a 53% share. Production drops, EU pesticide bans, and price differences are driving the shift, leaving local growers facing a potentially difficult August ahead.
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The Canary Islands are set for a stable Sunday with generally clear skies across the archipelago. The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) expects only cloud cover in northern areas, which will break up by midday, with temperatures holding steady along the coasts.
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The Spanish government wants all schools to reduce class sizes by 2031, but the Canary Islands are already well ahead of schedule. The region has set its own earlier target of the 2027/28 academic year, with a plan costing over 92 million euros to hire new teachers and create more classes.
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Stable weather continues across the islands this Sunday with moderate trade winds. Northern coasts will see cloud cover, especially in the morning and evening, while southern and eastern areas remain mostly clear.
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The Civil Guard’s Traffic division has issued a warning to drivers ahead of the May bank holiday weekend, revealing that over 6,000 motorists were penalised for drink-driving in the Canary Islands last year. Alcohol was a factor in 12% of all accidents and present in 28% of fatal collisions. The authorities are urging full responsibility behind the wheel.
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Explore the culinary world of the ancient Canarians (Guanches) in this third instalment of our series. From gofio-making and fish-scaling with goat horns to meat drying and natural fermentation, discover the sophisticated food preparation techniques used by the indigenous people of the Canary Islands.
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The agri-food chain in the Canary Islands continues to face rising costs from fuel, energy, and raw materials linked to the conflict in the Middle East. Transport fuel alone has risen by 14% since May, and combined energy and transport costs could reach 70 million euros. Despite these pressures, the annual food price increase remains low at 2.2%, but uncertainty over the conflict’s duration is causing growing concern.
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Nearly half of all residents in the Canary Islands have never consumed alcohol, according to a new health survey. The findings show Canarians are the least likely in Spain to drink, with young people driving a significant decline in consumption over the past two decades.
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Stable weather rules the Canary Islands this Saturday. Expect low clouds in the north of the mountainous islands, clearing by midday. Light northerly winds and calm ocean conditions. Temperatures remain steady with pleasant daytime highs.
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Researchers from the Spanish Institute of Oceanography have discovered vibrant ecosystems teeming with life on seamounts around the Canary Islands at depths of up to 2,000 metres. The pristine habitats, found north of Lanzarote and south of El Hierro, could settle the debate over future deep-sea mining in these protected waters. Scientists say the findings underscore the need for long-term conservation plans.
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