The president of ANAP, Rafael Santiesteban, explained that the activities aim to integrate the Cuban peasant family into the productive social movement.

In this sense, he stressed, the planting of various crops, the collection of agricultural products, the carrying out of social works in cooperatives and vulnerable communities will be carried out.

The Minister clarified that the anniversary of ANAP will be held from May 7 to 17 and will include a series of activities such as the workshop of the agroecological movement which aims to reduce the impact of the economic, financial and commercial barrier and coercive measures imposed by the United States on Cuba.

Also, he added, the honorary title of labor hero will be awarded to producers for their outstanding career in grassroots organizations and a meeting will be held with members of the Advanced Movement, regarding efficiency and good practices, he indicated.

Children and young people will be able to enjoy the event through interest circles and pioneering campaigns throughout the Caribbean nation, he said.

Regarding the agricultural situation on the island, Santiesteban indicated that work is underway to intensify the process of returning land to usufruct, stimulate marketing systems in this sector and, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture (Minag ), development plans are being implemented.

The head of ANAP clarified during the meeting that the anniversary celebrations of the organization started in October last year and about them, 16 exchanges were carried out at the provincial level with 239 representatives of scientific institutions, universities and associations to stimulate science exchanges and innovation, among other activities.

During the event, the call for the International Meeting on Agroecology, Food Sovereignty, Nutrition Education and Cooperativism was launched, which will be held from November 14 to 20, 2022.

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