HÀ NỘI – The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development plans to hold more unscheduled inspections of food hygiene and safety in food production and trading this year. Speaking at a conference on food quality, safety and hygiene in the agricultural sector yesterday, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Nguyễn Xuân Cường said that food hygiene and safety was still a problem and directly impacted society. The ministry will also focus on improving awareness in society about food hygiene and safety regulations. The teams would also inspect the responsibilities of local authorities in managing agricultural materials and food hygiene. The department will also improve food chains to ensure food safety for people in all cities and provinces.

Source: Viet Nam News February 11, 2017 02:03 UTC