Rejection of pasteurized milk in Santiago schools due to lack of refrigeration

Principals from approximately 20 educational centers in the Santiago province of the Dominican Republic have rejected the delivery of pasteurized milk as part of the school breakfast program. The decision stems from a lack of refrigeration infrastructure within the schools, which prevents the proper storage and preservation of the product to ensure food safety standards.

This refusal highlights a logistical gap between the supply of perishable goods and the operational capacity of the schools to manage them. By declining the milk, the administrators are prioritizing the health and safety of the students, citing the inability to maintain the necessary conditions for the pasteurized items.