Radio Cadena Agramonte emisiora de Camagüey
Camagüey, December 16. – For the people of Camagüey, meeting annual plans for various crop planting and improving dairy and meat production are fundamental priorities. In this context, science becomes an essential tool to optimize agricultural yield and promote sustainable development in the region.
The provincial government, in collaboration with various institutions and organizations, is executing several initiatives aimed at revitalizing the agricultural sector. This work is also supported by local scientists, who are working on projects to optimize production.
A notable example is the Livestock Development Project (PRODEGAN, for its acronym in Spanish), backed by the International Fund for Agricultural Development and the French Development Agency. This program focuses on land preparation for production, the construction of water retention dams, and the provision of advanced technological equipment for processing cow's milk. It also offers technical assistance to improve livestock reproduction and genetics, crucial aspects for the sector's development.
In Camagüey, a comprehensive development model has been launched that integrates science and innovation with the goal of increasing food collection. This approach is supported by six scientific centers in the region, as well as the Cuban Association of Animal Production and the Association of Agricultural and Forestry Technicians.
Another highly relevant proposal is the Forest-Livestock-Environment initiative, which focuses on silvopastoral practices as a strategy to make livestock farming more sustainable. This initiative is led by the State Forestry Service and seeks to integrate livestock production with the conservation of natural resources.
However, the lack of modern technology, due to the economic blockade imposed by the United States government, limits access to essential innovations that could transform production. Additionally, climate change continues to affect agricultural cycles, causing significant losses of arable land.
With a strategy focused on innovation and sustainability, the province strives to overcome obstacles and maximize its potential, paving the way for development that will benefit both its farmers and the community as a whole. (Roger Ariel Díaz Sánchez / Radio Cadena Agramonte) (Photo: Taken from the Internet)
