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On February 19, 2025, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety reported the detection of procymidone in various varieties of chives. This incident falls under the category of control and is classified as a contaminant hazard.
Procymidone is a fungicide that is used in agricultural practices to control certain plant diseases. Its presence in food products is monitored due to potential health implications associated with chemical residues. The detection in chives raises concerns regarding food safety and regulatory compliance.
The Ministry is taking the necessary steps to address this issue, which may include further investigation into the sources of contamination and potential impacts on the food supply chain. Consumers and stakeholders in the agriculture sector are advised to stay informed about developments related to this finding.
As regulatory agencies continue to monitor food safety, incidents like this highlight the importance of stringent testing and adherence to safety standards in the agricultural industry.
- Incident: Procymidone has been detected in Varieties Of Chives.
- Date: 2025-02-19
- Product: Varieties Of Chives
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- Incident Category: Control
- Hazard Category: Contaminants
- Source: Ministry of Food and Drug Safety
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