Food industry in Holguin encourages agricultural ties

The Food Production and Distribution Company (NUMA in the Spanish acronym) in Holguin is strengthening collaboration. With the agricultural sector with the goal of diversifying gastronomic options for the population. Reducing costs, and ensuring the industry’s sustainability.

This strategy, coordinated with the Ministry of Agriculture’s delegation in the province. Consists of identifying farmers whose resources can benefit nearby processing units. This was effectively achieved through working committees in the municipalities of Moa, Sagua de Tanamo, and Mayari, Kirenia Balada Peña, director of the entity, told CNA.

The focus is on identifying and meeting existing demands. Also considering the production level and the use of inputs. Based on which specific needs are communicated, including grains and root vegetables.

To date, the established links have facilitated the marketing and distribution of squash, cassava, more than 18 tons of millet, vegetables, and short-cycle crops. Moreover from the contract with the Wilfredo Peña Horticultural Company, he explained.

Developing agricultural capacities through self-consumption is another priority for the organization. Which manages more than 16 hectares of land spread across three farms located in Rafael Freyre, Mayari, and Antilla. In addition to an organic farming farm in the provincial capital.

The harvest of sweet potatoes, cassava, beans, squash, and corn, used as extenders in food production. It contributes to reducing costs by avoiding the need to purchase raw materials from other sources. It is also used for community supply and is sold at preferential prices to workers, he commented.

In addition, they have vegetable gardens, plots of land, and covered flowerbeds in areas near the processing centers to maximize the available space. These areas are dedicated to growing vegetables and cultivating medicinal plants. Such as anise and oregano, used in dehydrated products.

The use of land for personal consumption is aligned with the Cuban government’s policies to promote agricultural activity in each locality and workplace. Which contributes to the country’s self-sufficiency.

With information from CNA

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