Cuba looks to diversify sugarcane

Move aimed at insulating industry against fluctuating global prices

HAVANA - Cuba is looking to make the most of its key cash crop by diversifying the range of products it derives from sugarcane, such as rum, candy and cattle feed.

Demand for sugarcane products is stronger than for plain sugar, said state-owned producer AZCUBA, and they would help Cuba better weather the fluctuating prices of sugar on the international market.