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A citizen complaint revealed serious irregularities in the distribution of milk intended for children in the province of Las Tunas, according to the official profile of Periódico 26 on Facebook.
According to the publication, a joint operation involved the Provincial Inspection Directorate, the Technical Investigative Department (DTI), and economic specialists, who verified issues with the quality of the product.
In warehouse No. 1 of La Loma, 392 liters of milk were analyzed, and it was determined that they had a density of 16.5 g/mL, well below the 30 g/mL required by the standard, which would indicate a possible adulteration. Furthermore, 202 liters were found to be excess, suggesting irregular handling of the product.
As a result, five fines of 10,000 pesos were imposed on those involved for violations related to food quality, according to Decree 30. A formal complaint was also filed against the legal representative present in the distribution vehicle.
The authorities indicated that the milk was returned to the Dairy Company to undergo a new pasteurization process before being distributed to the child population.
The provincial government described the incidents as a "reprehensible and condemnable" act, given that it involved a product intended for children and vulnerable groups. Furthermore, it insisted that there would be no impunity and emphasized the role of citizen reporting as a tool for oversight.
Citizen outrage over the quality of milk
After the publication, numerous users expressed their dissatisfaction on social media, indicating that the issue is not an isolated one.
"That hasn't been new for 30 years (I mention that date because it's as far back as I can remember); they've been adding water to yogurt and milk. 30 years later, those problems are still not being addressed," commented a user.
Others questioned the effectiveness of the sanctions: “A $10,000 fine was all they made that day; they’re being too lenient with that kind of thing.”
There were also those who reported that the situation is occurring in different areas of the country: "It's not just in Las Tunas. In Vázquez, they can come and see that more than 50% is water. It's a general issue."
Several comments agreed that the quality of the product has been poor for a while: "It's just water that they are giving to our children."
Some citizens called for stricter measures: “This is a serious crime, to affect the nutrition of children, and they are only being fined 10,000 pesos.”
Other users emphasized the need for broader controls: “The operation must be national, milk is branded every day across the country.”
The reactions reflect a widespread discomfort among the population, especially among parents who rely on this supply for their children's nutrition, in a context marked by scarcity and economic difficulties on the island.
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