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Barbados has been making notable progress in food reformation.
Already, investments in ten key value chains are underway, covering areas such as wet condiments, snacks, and alternative flours derived from cassava and sweet potatoes.
Chief Executive Officer of Export Barbados BIDC Mark Hill says this forms part of the national effort to align with the School Nutrition Policy.
He says with the help of the International Food Science Centre, small and medium-sized businesses can embrace reformulation, not just for compliance but as a long-term investment in public health.
Mr. Hill says local manufacturers have a strong incentive to remain engaged with that demographic and reform some of their offerings.
He adds health savings will also be plentiful as parents spend between $500-$1500 annually on healthcare for children.
Larger companies have also been getting on board, and companies such as Pine Hill Dairy, Armstrong Agencies, Happy Treats, BICO Limited and General Distributors Inc. have all adjusted their offerings to be in line with the Nutrition Policy.
