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Terraferida raises the alarm: Why Mallorca's land is disappearing faster than we notice

Why Mallorca’s Open Land Is Shrinking

Terraferida warns that rural building is fragmenting Mallorca’s landscape and reducing agricultural land.

Published: April 22, 2026
Terraferida raises the alarm: Why Mallorca's land is disappearing faster than we notice

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Why is open land disappearing so quickly in Mallorca?

According to Terraferida, the loss of open land in Mallorca is being driven by a steady rise in rural construction, especially detached homes outside the towns. The pressure comes from demand for privacy and views, combined with planning gaps that make it easier to build on agricultural land. Over time, this changes the landscape, fragments habitats and reduces the space used by farming communities.

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