The city of Cantanhede is the heart of an important wine region and an agriculture centre, and is a modern bioscience hub through the Biocantpark, a science park. The subregion is place for important forestry, fishing and livestock raising activities, and produces sizeable quantities of rice, corn, wine, olive oil, fruits and vegetables. Biosciences, engineering, pulp and paper, ceramics, information technologies and food, are the main industries.
The city of Cantanhede serves as the center of a significant agricultural region known for its winemaking, farming, and scientific advancements. The Biocantpark is a key element in this development, fostering bioscience research and innovation.