Cuba has significantly adjusted its agricultural plans for the past and upcoming years, with a focus on reducing imports of key feed crops like soybeans and Corn, as highlighted by a shift towards boosting domestic production. This transition is evident in the country's plans for 2022, which include producing and importing 440,000 tons of Corn, a decrease from the previous year's 700,000 tons of soybeans and Corn imports. The USDA's observations show that Cuba's Corn production remains low, with only 0.25 million tons harvested in 2021, while its demand remains high at 0.7 to 0.85 million tons. The country's reliance on foreign Corn sources, especially Argentina, has been substantial, with Argentina becoming the leading Corn supplier to Cuba in 2022.
In an effort to lessen its reliance on imports and bolster its agricultural sector, Cuba has allocated a million dollars towards establishing modern grain processing facilities across four provinces. These facilities are expected to process 120 tons of grain daily, with the ultimate goal of achieving an annual processing capacity of 18,000 tons. This initiative aims to improve efficiency, increase local production, and reduce the need for imports, marking a significant step towards enhancing Cuba's self-sufficiency in animal feed production.