News Update: Watermelon Samples Sent for Testing by Food Safety Department
JKSW 13/03/2024
In a proactive measure to ensure food safety, samples of watermelon have been sent for testing by the Food Safety Department. The decision comes in light of recent concerns regarding the quality and safety of fruits being sold in the market.
The Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (D&FCO) in Jammu & Kashmir has issued a directive to officials to collect fruit samples from all districts for testing. This is part of a routine monitoring and surveillance effort to safeguard consumers from potential health risks associated with contaminated or adulterated produce.
Consumers are advised to remain cautious and vigilant when purchasing fruits, including watermelons, and to report any concerns about food safety to the authorities. The D&FCO is committed to ensuring the quality and integrity of food products in the market, and these testing measures are aimed at upholding public health and safety standards.
Stay tuned for further updates on the results of the watermelon testing and any additional actions taken by the Food Safety Department to protect consumers in Jammu & Kashmir.
