The Egyptian National Food Safety Authority has reported that it conducted 101 inspections of food factories and registered 7 new facilities, while 4 others were able to meet the authority's requirements. The inspections were part of the authority's plan to enhance oversight of the food industry and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards. The authority also carried out 1,428 visits to inspect agricultural products intended for export in several governorates.
The authority's efforts resulted in the export of 4,333 food shipments, totaling 190,000 tons, from 1,454 companies. These shipments included 770 types of food products, such as vegetables, fruits, and processed foods. The top vegetables exported were potatoes, onions, and beans, while the top fruits were pomegranates, strawberries, and mangoes. The main destinations for Egyptian food exports were Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Jordan, the UAE, and the Netherlands.
In addition to exports, the authority reported that 2,265 food shipments, totaling 235,000 tons, were imported from 84 countries. The top countries of origin for these imports were Russia, the US, Ukraine, Indonesia, and Canada. The authority issued 1,810 health certificates for exports and carried out 71 inspections of food storage facilities.
The authority also reported that it had received 102 complaints from citizens and carried out 389 inspections of food establishments in several governorates. These inspections aimed to ensure compliance with food safety standards and resulted in corrective actions being taken against facilities that were found to be non-compliant.
The authority's efforts to enhance oversight of the food industry included the registration of 61 new food products and the inspection of 398 new products. The authority also registered 575 new food establishments and carried out 597 inspections of food establishments across the country.
The authority's inspections of the dairy sector resulted in 15 inspections of dairy farms and 5 inspections of milk collection centers. The authority also carried out 74 inspections of tourist facilities, including restaurants and hotels, to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
The Egyptian National Food Safety Authority's efforts aim to ensure the safety and quality of food products in the country. The authority's activities include inspections, registration of food establishments, and oversight of food imports and exports. The authority's work helps to protect public health and promote consumer confidence in the food industry.
Key points
- The Egyptian National Food Safety Authority reported 190,000 tons of food exports and 235,000 tons of imports in one week.
- The authority carried out 101 inspections of food factories and registered 7 new facilities.
- The authority issued 1,810 health certificates for exports and carried out 71 inspections of food storage facilities.
