The Canary Islands have implemented Simplified Cost Options in order to simplify RDP implementation and reduce the error rate
Projects & Practice

Set up an operational group to improve the efficiency of the fruit production sector in Spain by developing new approaches for joint management of farms.

Rural coworking spaces create opportunities for cooperation and innovation in rural areas while helping to attract new professionals to settle in the countryside.

A project to address depopulation and attract new settlers in rural areas of the Aragon region.

A pilot project to demonstrate the environmental and economic benefits of using solar energy.

A young female farmer introduced a blackberry plantation into a wheat and barley production area and created added value by developing a new range of products. This was the winning initiative of the 2019 Rural Inspiration Awards in the 'Improving competitiveness' category.

A project that demonstrates how agri-environment support can significantly help the protection of the environment while also increasing the profitability of a farm.

A young farmer received RDP support to set up a new horticultural seedling production facility and create employment for her family.

In order to maintain the traditional activity of extensive sheep and cattle grazing, the government of Andalusia created a pilot training programme on pastoralism for those that wanted to pursue a new career.

The project aimed to develop local participatory activities within the Natura 2000 sites of Andalusia.