Eritrea: Encouraging Progress in Food Safety Measures
The regulatory department of the Ministry of Agriculture reported that significant progress has been made in the agricultural inspections conducted in 2024.
Mr. Tekleab Misghina, Director-General of Regulatory Services, said the department has made efforts through regional inspectors to ensure safety before animal and plant-based foods enter the market. Efforts have also been made to maintain appropriate food processing chains and to prevent cross-contamination between 18 food and processing plants.
Mr. Tekleab further pointed out that in cooperation with relevant government agencies, approximately 23 tons of outdated agrochemicals were safely disposed of, and an additional 140 tons were awaiting disposal. The Seed Release Commission, supervised by Regulatory Services, conducted an inspection tour of various farmlands to verify the quality of the basic seeds under multiplication.
According to regulatory reports, two guidelines are developed to ensure quality assurance of vegetables and potato seeds. The department also conducted salinity checks on irrigated farms in Forto-Sawa and Dige, confirming no salinity issues were found.
Mr. Tekleab stressed that the department organized a wide range of publicity campaigns, including conferences, seminars and conferences, with approximately 2,700 participants.
Published by Apo Group on behalf of the Ministry of Information of Eritrea.
