In a statement, the Authority stressed that such a method is not recognised under any approved food preservation practices in Ghana and is not endorsed by relevant regulatory institutions.
The FDA clarified that the Plant Protection and Regulation Services Directorate (PPRSD) of the Ministry of Food and Agriculture does not support or recommend the use of such substances in preserving food.
According to the Authority, an assessment of the video suggested that the language spoken was not Ghanaian. Further translation revealed several unsafe and unhygienic practices.
These included:
Handling food with bare hands without protective gear
Standing directly on stored beans without appropriate clothing
Use of unidentified and unapproved substances
The FDA emphasised that such actions violate established food safety standards and pose serious risks to public health.
“The FDA, together with its stakeholder institutions, does not approve of food preservation practices that compromise food safety and public health,” the statement said.
The Authority reassured the public that the practices seen in the video are neither permitted nor tolerated in Ghana.
It advised traders, aggregators, and retailers to avoid unsafe preservation methods and urged consumers to report any suspicious food handling practices for investigation and possible sanctions.
The FDA reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that all food products on the Ghanaian market meet required safety and quality standards.
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