The Mancomunitat Intermunicipal de Serveis Públics Insulars has paid a public tribute this Wednesday to Antonio Guasch Serra, known as Toni Ros, on the occasion of his retirement, in recognition of a lifetime dedicated to the meat sector of Ibiza, marked by professional constancy, the defense of the local product and a close link with the Ibiza Island Slaughterhouse.
The ceremony included the presentation of a commemorative plaque by the president of the Mancomunidad, Andreu Roig, accompanied by representatives of the municipalities of the island. The recognition values his decisive contribution to the maintenance of an essential activity for the island’s primary sector, as well as his historical link with the Insular Slaughterhouse, where he developed a good part of his professional career.
A trajectory linked to Can Ros
Antonio Guasch began his professional career when he was very young, working with his father in the family butcher’s shop, the seed of what would later become Can Ros, an establishment in operation since the late seventies. The butcher’s shop was consolidated as a reference neighborhood store in Ibiza, betting from its beginnings on local products and quality.
Since its early years, Can Ros has maintained a constant and regular activity at the Island Slaughterhouse, even during periods of low animal intake. At certain stages it became the only operator that guaranteed continuous slaughtering, thus contributing to the continuity of a key infrastructure for the island.
Relationship with local farmers
A fundamental part of this trajectory has been the direct and trusting relationship with the breeders of Ibiza. During the event, Antonio Guasch wanted to give special recognition to Vicente Bufí, Maria de Sa Cova and Vildu as the main suppliers of animals. In the field of peasant chicken, he expressly highlighted the work of Maria de Sa Cova and Cristòfol, underlining the importance of working together with the primary sector.
In his speech, the honoree said he never imagined that his professional career would end up being recognized in this way and defended the value of local products and artisanal work as fundamental pillars of his trade and the island’s economy.
Valuation of the Mancomunidad
The president of the Mancomunitat Intermunicipal de Serveis Públics Insulars, Andreu Roig, emphasized that it has been a real pleasure to have a professional like Antonio Guasch Serra for so many years, whom he defined as an example of commitment, perseverance and respect for the primary sector of Ibiza.
Antonio Guasch and his wife, Cati, wanted to dedicate this tribute to their children, Elena and Juanjo, as well as to family members, customers and suppliers. They made special mention of his brother-in-law Emilio, owner of the butcher’s shop Emilio y Pepita, who accompanied him and helped him in his first steps in working with veal.
