The Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation has announced that its efforts to intensify inspections and monitoring of markets and places where meat and its products are sold have led to the seizure of approximately 175 tons of meat and its products that violate health regulations. This crackdown was carried out during September across various governorates in Egypt. The ministry's goal is to protect public health and prevent practices that could harm food safety.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, a total of 826 cases were filed against violators. The campaigns were conducted in coordination with relevant authorities to ensure that only safe and healthy food products reach consumers. The seized products included various types of meat and meat products that were either unfit for human consumption or did not meet health and veterinary requirements.
Dr. Hamed Al-Aqnass, head of the General Veterinary Services Authority, stated that the campaigns resulted in the seizure of 174 tons and 957 kilograms of meat and its products. Of this amount, 78,302 kilograms were unfit for human consumption, 44,543 kilograms were fit but did not meet health requirements, and 52,112 kilograms were being held pending inspection. All necessary legal actions were taken, including filing cases and preserving the seized products.
The inspections covered various governorates in Egypt, aiming to enhance food safety and protect public health. The campaigns focused on monitoring markets and outlets where meat and its products are traded, ensuring compliance with health and veterinary regulations. This effort is part of a broader strategy to improve food safety in Egypt.
Dr. Al-Aqnass emphasized that the campaigns will continue intensively across Egypt, with no tolerance for violations that could compromise food safety or public health. He stressed the importance of adhering to health regulations in slaughterhouses and places where meat and its products are sold or traded.
The Ministry of Agriculture has urged citizens to purchase meat and its products from authorized outlets and trusted shops, ensuring that products have proper seals and appear wholesome. Citizens are also encouraged to report any violations that could threaten public health, supporting the state's efforts to regulate food trade and protect consumers.
The recent campaigns reflect the Egyptian government's commitment to ensuring food safety and protecting public health. By intensifying inspections and taking legal actions against violators, the government aims to maintain high standards of food quality and safety across the country.
Key points
- The Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture seized 175 tons of spoiled meat in September.
- The campaigns were conducted in coordination with relevant authorities to ensure food safety.
- The ministry urges citizens to purchase meat and its products from authorized outlets.
