240 kilos of food destroyed, they want to feed it to the citizens! – Rayhaber

Food safety inspections on local products and souvenirs fair

Held in the Çukurova district Local products and souvenirs fairoffers local producers a great opportunity to introduce their products. However, problems with food safety are extremely important at such events. Adana Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry carried out inspection of food sales at the exhibition center. These inspections are carried out to protect the health of the citizens and to ensure food safety.

The importance of food controls

At trade fairs in which local manufacturers introduce their products, Food legislation Compliance is a critical point for the health of consumers. Directorate for food and feed industry and agricultural and forest directorate of the district in Çukurova carefully inspect food sales on the exhibition center. These controls are not only related to the prices of the products, but also with hygiene conditions and labeling.

Defects identified in inspections

Some companies during the inspections Hygiene conditions It was found that they do not comply with food legislation and offer products that contradict food legislation. This situation endangers the security of both the manufacturer and the consumer. In this context, Law No. 5996 Veterinarians, plant health, food and feed law Two companies that worked against their provisions were imposed.

Disposal procedure and the status of products

As a result of the sanctions used, a total of 240 kilos of food products were found that did not correspond to food legislation. Among these products, 170 kilos of dairy products (Butter, Kashar cheese, tulum cheese) and 70 kilos of sausage products (Sucuk and Sucuk Doner) are available. The destruction processes were carried out to protect consumers' health.

Sample and analysis processes

The samples were taken from food control officers to ensure that the products offered on the exhibition center correspond to legislation. These samples are sent to laboratories for detailed analysis. If irregularities are found as a result of the analysis, additional administrative sanctions are applied to those responsible for these products.

Protection of the health of the citizens

Adana Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry plans to continue the inspections with food control officers during the fair to protect the health of citizens. These inspections are continued not only during the fair, but also at local markets and other events. Food security is not only a legal obligation, but also a great need for the protection of public health.

Support local producers

Messages in which local products are introduced contributed strongly to revive the local economy. However, the guarantee of food safety at these events is of crucial importance to protect consumers' health. It is important that the manufacturers act in accordance with food legislation when presenting their products to protect their own companies and offer consumers secure products.

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Food security should always be a priority because it directly affects public health. At events such as the trade fair in the district of Çukurova, meticulous inspections are of crucial importance to protect the rights of both producers and consumers. The Adana Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry will continue to work continuously to ensure food safety at such events.