A resident of the province of Sancti Spíritus recently voiced concerns over the poor quality of yogurt purchased at a local fair, intended for a child, which led the Cuban citizen to criticize the regime by asking, "Do you think this is fit for a child?"
Michel Alayon explained on Facebook that he bought a yogurt at a fair in Sancti Spíritus, which he described as tasting like "crap mixed with bread flour." According to Alayon, after tasting the yogurt, he realized why the product was so "cheap," prompting him to question the regime on social media: "No one sees this," suggesting that the government sells substandard products to the public.
In a state of great indignation, Alayon asked on social media if anyone else had encountered a similar situation. In the comments section, some netizens recalled recent complaints about the sale of bread with sand, while others mentioned the poor quality of soy mince and other products distributed through the ration book.
Earlier this January, the production of soy yogurt in Sancti Spíritus was halted due to a lack of raw materials. A report from the Escambray weekly revealed that the Río Zaza Dairy Company stopped that production line because it lacked soybeans to make the yogurt intended for children aged seven to thirteen and for school snacks.
However, in April, it was reported that the Sancti Spíritus Dairy Industry resumed the production of soy yogurt after receiving a shipment of the Asian bean. It was informed that the quantities of soybeans would be enough for a sustained production of 5,000 liters of yogurt daily for 70 days, and it was indicated that the government expected to receive additional shipments of the raw material.
Quality Concerns Over Food Products in Cuba
Given the recent issues with the quality of food products in Cuba, many residents have raised questions and concerns. Here are some common questions and answers regarding these quality concerns:
Why is the quality of yogurt in Sancti Spíritus so poor?
The poor quality is attributed to a lack of proper raw materials and possible negligence in production standards. The economic challenges faced by the country also play a significant role.
What other food quality issues have been reported in Cuba?
Other reported issues include the sale of bread with sand and poor-quality soy mince, among other products distributed through the ration book.
Has the production of soy yogurt resumed?
Yes, the production of soy yogurt in Sancti Spíritus resumed in April after receiving a shipment of soybeans. The current production is expected to last for 70 days.