-Meat and poultry: Barbados imports meat and poultry from several countries, including the United States, Brazil, and Argentina.
-Fish and seafood: Barbados also imports fish and seafood, primarily from neighboring Caribbean islands and Guyana.
-Dairy products: Barbados imports dairy products, such as milk, cheese, and yogurt, from the United States, Mexico, and New Zealand.
-Fruits and vegetables: Barbados imports fruits and vegetables from a variety of countries, including the United States, the Netherlands, and the Dominican Republic.
-Grains: Barbados imports rice, wheat, and other grains from the United States, Canada, and Guyana.
-Processed foods: Barbados also imports processed foods, such as canned goods, pasta, and snack foods, from several countries around the world.
Here is a more detailed breakdown of the major food imports of Barbados:
- Meat and poultry: Beef (70%), chicken (20%), and pork (10%).
- Fish and seafood: Fish fillets (25%), shrimp (25%), and canned fish (20%).
- Dairy products: Milk powder (45%), cheese (25%), and butter (20%).
- Fruits and vegetables: Fruits (45%), vegetables (30%), and canned vegetables (20%).
- Grains: Rice (40%), wheat (35%), and corn (20%).
- Processed foods: Canned goods (35%), pasta (20%), and snack foods (20%).
The total value of food imports in Barbados in 2020 was approximately US$250 million.