How did FSSAI address the issue of illegal fruit ripening practices?
FSSAI's call for a crackdown on illegal fruit ripening methods.
- FSSAI issued guidelines for monitoring the use of chemicals like calcium carbide for fruit ripening.
- They emphasized the importance of using ethylene gas as a safe and approved method for fruit ripening.
- FSSAI called for strict enforcement of regulations to curb the illegal use of harmful chemicals in fruit ripening.
- They conducted awareness campaigns to educate farmers, traders, and consumers about the dangers of using calcium carbide.
- The organization also worked closely with state food safety departments to strengthen surveillance and inspection of fruit markets to ensure compliance with safety standards.
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