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Scale Insects Of California And Mulberry has been detected in Variety Of Apple Products.

July 29 2025

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On July 18, 2025, an incident involving the detection of scale insects in a variety of apple products was reported. The origin of this issue has been traced back to China. This incident falls under the category of control and is classified...

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On July 18, 2025, an incident involving the detection of scale insects in a variety of apple products was reported. The origin of this issue has been traced back to China. This incident falls under the category of control and is classified as a foreign body hazard.

The scale insects identified are known pests that can affect the health of plants, including apple trees. The discovery of these insects in apple products has prompted the need for increased scrutiny and regulation to ensure product safety and quality.

The information regarding this incident was sourced from the Федеральная служба по ветеринарному и фитосанитарному надзору, commonly known as Россельхознадзор. This agency is responsible for overseeing the veterinary and phytosanitary surveillance in the region, ensuring that agricultural products meet safety standards.

As regulatory bodies work to address this issue, it highlights the importance of monitoring agricultural imports to prevent the introduction of pests and diseases that could impact local ecosystems and agricultural practices.

Consumers are advised to stay informed about product safety and to be aware of any developments related to this incident involving apple products from the affected origin.


  • Incident: Scale Insects Of California And Mulberry has been detected in Variety Of Apple Products.
  • Date: 2025-07-18
  • Product: Variety Of Apple Products
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  • Origin of issue: China
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  • Incident Category: Control
  • Hazard Category: Foreign Bodies
  • Source: Россельхознадзор - Rosselkhoznadzor - Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance

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Tags: July 2025