Ticino farming: focus on local produce, land and training
The Ticino Chamber of Agriculture approves resolutions to promote local products and manage agricultural land.
Contesto
In brief - Priority to local products at events and exhibitions - Management of agricultural areas in large construction sites - Strengthening of continuing education for agricultural professions ## Key facts - What: Starting from the basics to enhance the territory - When: 2 May 2026 - Where: BancaStato Auditorium, Bellinzona - Who: Cantonal Chamber of Agriculture, Unione Contadini Ticinesi (UCT) - Number: 50 delegates The Ticino agricultural sector concludes a generally positive 2025 but looks at 2026 with growing concern. This emerged from the Cantonal Chamber of Agriculture, the sector's annual assembly, which met today (2 May) at the BancaStato auditorium with around fifty delegates from entities affiliated with the Unione Contadini Ticinesi (UCT). In a more complex international context, marked by tensions that accelerate structural changes, the assembly reiterated the need to act 'with greater intensity on what falls under cantonal competence.' Three resolutions were approved unanimously and addressed to the authorities: promotion of local products, management of agricultural areas in large construction sites, and strengthening of continuing education. ### Local products in focus The first resolution highlights the limited presence of local products at events and exhibitions organized in the territory, often also with public funds. According to the promoters, these are important opportunities to enhance Ticino's identity and strengthen the bond with the territory. The indicated principle is clear: 'Local as the first choice, Swiss the alternative, and foreign only as a last resort.' ### Agricultural areas and construction sites The second resolution addresses the issue of agricultural areas being occupied by large construction sites. While recognizing their...
Dettagli operativi
• ## Practical implications for cross-border workers The resolutions approved by the Ticino Chamber of Agriculture have important implications for cross-border workers in the agricultural sector. The valorization of local products could create new job opportunities and collaborations for cross-border workers, who could be involved in the production and distribution of these products. Furthermore, more frugal management of agricultural areas could influence territorial development projects, with possible impacts on cross-border workers in related sectors. ### Continuous training and opportunities Strengthening continuous training represents an opportunity for cross-border workers to acquire new skills and improve their position in the job market. Collaboration with the Mezzana Professional Green Center could offer specific courses for cross-border workers, tailored to their linguistic and geographical needs. This could facilitate the integration of cross-border workers into the Ticino agricultural sector and improve their competitiveness. ### Management of agricultural areas The management of agricultural areas in large construction sites is a crucial issue for cross-border workers in this sector. The specific measures requested by the assembly, such as fairer compensation and more frugal management of the areas, could have a direct impact on the working conditions and economic stability of cross-border workers. It is important that cross-border workers are informed about these developments and actively participate in the decision-making processes that concern them. ### Valorization of local products The valorization of local products represents an opportunity for cross-border workers to be involved in projects that promote Ticino identity. Participating in events...
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What cross-border workers can do For cross-border workers employed in Ticino's agricultural sector, it's crucial to stay informed about the new resolutions approved by the Canton's Chamber of Agriculture. Here are some concrete steps cross-border workers can take to seize new opportunities and tackle future challenges: ### 1. Attend continuing education courses Cross-border workers can enroll in continuing education courses offered by the Mezzana Professional Centre for Green Spaces. These courses can help cross-border workers acquire new skills and improve their position in the job market. It's important to check the admission requirements and course start dates. ### 2. Collaborate with local producers Cross-border workers can seek collaborations with local producers to promote Ticino's agricultural products. Participating in events and fairs featuring local products can offer new business opportunities and collaborations. It's important to be proactive and seek networking opportunities with other producers and distributors. ### 3. Monitor legislative updates Cross-border workers must monitor legislative updates related to the management of agricultural areas and compensation. It's important to stay informed about regulatory changes and actively participate in decision-making processes that affect them. Cross-border workers can consult the websites of the cantonal authorities and entities affiliated with the UCT to stay up-to-date. ### 4. Use calculation and comparison tools Cross-border workers can use calculation and comparison tools to assess the impact of the new resolutions on their working conditions and economic stability. For example, they can use the salary calculator to compare their current earnings with future prospects. Additionally, they can use...
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the main resolutions approved by the Canton of Ticino's Chamber of Agriculture?
- The main resolutions approved include the valorization of local products, the management of agricultural surfaces in large construction sites, and the strengthening of continuous training for agricultural professions.
- How can cross-border workers take advantage of the new opportunities in the Ticino agricultural sector?
- Cross-border workers can take advantage of the new opportunities by participating in continuous training courses, collaborating with local producers, monitoring legislative news, and using calculation and comparison tools.
- What are the practical implications of the new resolutions for cross-border workers in the agricultural sector?
- The new resolutions can create new job and collaboration opportunities for cross-border workers, improve working conditions and economic stability, and offer new business and collaboration opportunities.