The Padilla family, originally from Tuineje, and the Commissioners of the Island, honored during the fair for their work in favor of the primary sector and cultural heritage
Sunday, April 6, 2025
Yesterday a double tribute took place in the framework of the Agricultural, Livestock and Fishing Fair of Fuerteventura: the recognition of Padilla Supermarkets and the Fuerteventura Coast Commissioners for their contribution to the development of the primary sector and the preservation of the most deeply rooted traditions of the island.
Recognition of Supermercados Padilla
The Padilla family, originally from the municipality of Tuineje, received recognition for its strong commitment to the promotion and marketing of local produce. His work, at the head of Supermercados Padilla, has been key to make visible and position in the market the products that are born of the daily efforts of farmers, ranchers and fishermen of Fuerteventura.
Jonathan Peña, councilman of Primary Sector of the City of Tuineje, said that “we are very pleased that FEAGA has recognized this year the work of Supermercados Padilla. For years they have shown that it is possible to do business from the commitment to our land and those who work every day. A commitment to the local product key to keeping alive the agricultural and livestock identity of Fuerteventura.”
The mayoress of Tuineje, Candelaria Umpiérrez, also expressed her gratitude: “The Padilla family is an example of the entrepreneurial spirit and of the roots of our culture. From Tuineje we celebrate this recognition that puts in value decades of effort, perseverance and love for what is ours.”
Tribute to the Commissioners of Costa Rica
The Fuerteventura Coast Commissioners also had their moment of prominence for their role in the preservation and transmission of one of the most representative traditions of the rural world of Fuerteventura: the Apañadas, recently declared of Cultural Interest (BIC).
From the town council we want to make a special mention to Martín Cano, commissioner of Tuineje. His dedication has been essential to keep alive this ancestral practice that represents the link between livestock, landscape and idiosyncrasy majorera.
“The work of the commissioners goes far beyond the organization of the apañadas: it is a commitment to collective memory, to community values and to the care of the territory,” said Jonathan Peña.
For her part, Mayor Candelaria Umpiérrez added: “To recognize our commissioners is to recognize those who have made it possible for our traditions to remain alive, respected and protected. Martín Cano represents that spirit of silent dedication that we value so much from the City Hall.”
