Lanzarote is putting more than €1.1 million behind two parts of the island’s traditional economy
Lanzarote is putting more than €1.1 million behind two parts of the island’s traditional economy, with new 2026 subsidy programmes supporting the unique vineyards of La Geria and the professional fishing sector of Lanzarote and La Graciosa.
The two calls were published in the Official Gazette of the Province of Las Palmas on 30 September 2026. Together, they make €1,120,602.05 available.
For residents, farmers and fishing professionals, the announcement is a practical funding opportunity. For visitors, it also highlights two industries that are closely connected to Lanzarote’s identity, local produce and landscape.
Support for La Geria vineyards
A total of €720,602.05 has been allocated to the 2026 support programme for the wine-growing agro-systems of La Geria.
La Geria is one of the most recognisable landscapes in Lanzarote. Its vineyards are grown in black volcanic ash, with individual vines protected by curved stone walls and planted in deep hollows known locally as hoyos. The system was developed to make agriculture possible in an environment shaped by volcanic eruptions, limited rainfall and strong winds.
The new aid programme is designed to help maintain the viability of these agricultural plots while contributing to the conservation of the La Geria wine-growing landscape.
The grants are available to individuals and legal entities carrying out vine cultivation on plots within the protected La Geria area.
The basic support is €200 per hectare for eligible plots with active vineyard production. Additional amounts can be added depending on the characteristics of the land.
A further €500 per hectare may be available where vines are cultivated in hollows deeper than 0.5 metres, while another €300 per hectare can apply to plots with a slope greater than 20%. This means the maximum possible support can reach €1,000 per hectare.
The programme is co-financed by the Government of the Canary Islands, which provides 31%, with the Cabildo of Lanzarote and La Graciosa covering the remaining 69%.
Why this matters
For tourists exploring Lanzarote, La Geria is much more than a scenic drive through volcanic countryside. It is a working agricultural area and an important part of the island’s wine culture.
Visitors can see the unusual cultivation system at first hand and, at wineries across the wine region, discover locally produced wines made from grapes grown in these difficult conditions.
Protecting the vineyards also helps preserve the distinctive appearance of central Lanzarote, where rows of volcanic-black soil, stone walls and green vines create one of the island’s most unusual landscapes.
€400,000 for Lanzarote and La Graciosa fishing
The second new programme provides €400,000 for the professional fishing sector of Lanzarote and La Graciosa.
The funding is intended to support investment that can help maintain and modernise fishing activity, including measures connected with sustainable fishing and the wider Common Fisheries Policy.
The subsidy programme covers three main areas.
The first is the acquisition of fishing vessels.
The second covers improvements relating to health, safety, working conditions and hygiene on board.
The third supports investment in energy efficiency and measures aimed at reducing the effects of climate change.
The scheme is open to qualifying professional fishing businesses and individuals connected with the sector who meet the requirements, including the relevant fiscal and legal conditions in Lanzarote or La Graciosa.
Why fishing matters to Lanzarote
Fishing remains an important part of Lanzarote’s coastal communities and contributes to the island’s supply of local seafood.
For visitors, the fishing sector is also part of the authentic side of Lanzarote that can sometimes be missed behind the island’s better-known beaches, resorts and tourist attractions.
Supporting local fishing can help maintain traditional maritime activity while encouraging investment in safer equipment, more efficient technology and more sustainable working practices.
When can applications be made?
Both subsidy calls have a 15-working-day application period beginning on Thursday, 1 October 2026.
Applications are to be submitted electronically through the Cabildo of Lanzarote and La Graciosa’s electronic office. Anyone considering applying should check the official call and its detailed conditions carefully before submitting an application, as eligibility, documentation and eligible expenditure requirements apply.
A boost for two traditional parts of Lanzarote
The combined €1.12 million package links two very different landscapes: the volcanic vineyards of La Geria and the waters around Lanzarote and La Graciosa.
For local residents and businesses, the funding provides opportunities for investment and continued agricultural or fishing activity. For tourists, it is a reminder that Lanzarote’s famous scenery and food culture are supported by working communities and traditional industries.
From the vines growing in volcanic ash to the small fishing boats operating around the island, these sectors remain part of what makes Lanzarote different from many other holiday destinations.
