Based on the implementation of Tarea Vida, the Cuban State’s plan to confront climate change. The Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment in the province of Holguin promotes sustainable agricultural practices.
This prioritized program includes the use of natural fertilizers such as worm castings and center-pivot irrigation. Systems that work through solar panels and contribute to the saving of water for agriculture.
Geovanny Zaldívar Martínez, sub-delegate of the sector, told the Cuban News Agency that through this strategy more than 12 farms and soil demonstration polygons dedicate their work to the cultivation of root vegetables, using environmentally friendly components.
He specified that high-quality seeds of varieties adapted to the intense drought. And other adverse weather conditions are being developed.
He also indicated that economic incentives are applied to the owners of these farms and technological packages to improve soil conditions. In municipalities such as Sagua de Tánamo, Banes and Gibara.
In parallel, work is being done with the Agricultural Extension, Research and Training Unit to access good practices on the use of natural fertilizers. Also the expansion of the use of science and innovation in these processes.
As part of Tarea Vida, during 2024 the recovery of sand volumes on the beaches for tourist use. Relocation of constructions on the dunes of the coast, reforestation of mangroves and educational activities were also promoted in Holguin.
This government plan has been implemented in the country for five years and includes constructive and environmental actions in 75 municipalities on the Cuban coast. With the purpose of increasing their resilience to saline intrusion, rising sea levels, extreme weather phenomena, among others.
With information from Agencia Cubana de Noticias / Translated by Radio Angulo
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