Representatives from various production models discussed the more streamlined process for land allocation—with no limits on acreage—whereby applications simply require submitting a project proposal to a state enterprise or cooperative, without the need to go through other bureaucratic channels.

From now on, all economic actors in the country may request land for food production without time limits on its use; however, rights to the land will be revoked if the plots are left idle or poorly maintained.

Permanent physical presence is not required; the person requesting the land may manage it while another individual works it. Consequently, even foreign nationals with permanent residency may apply for land and undertake their own projects.

Landholders may draft a will during their lifetime, ensuring their heirs do not have to restart the acquisition process to inherit the land.

Tapia clarified that the children of citizens who have left the country may retain the land, and those returning to the island may apply for a plot; furthermore, Cubans living abroad will be eligible to request land and participate in the agricultural supply chain.

The meeting also addressed agrotourism and ecotourism, noting that administrative procedures should take no longer than 25 days.

Regarding payment arrears and banking issues, farmers will be able to handle their own dealings with relevant entities and rely on municipal support structures; additionally, they may seek legal recourse through the justice system in the event of contractual breaches.

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