Hungarian Authorities Seize GMO-Contaminated Ukrainian Seeds
Hungary Seizes 40 Tonnes of GMO-Contaminated Maize Seed from Ukraine
The National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih) in Hungary has seized nearly 40 tonnes of GMO-contaminated maize seed originating from Ukraine, thanks to repeated checks and strict food security regulations. The minister of agriculture, Istvan Nagy, announced this on Saturday, emphasizing the government’s commitment to protecting Hungary’s food security and the interests of Hungarian farmers.
Nagy stated on Facebook that Hungary’s goal is to ensure that its citizens only receive excellent quality and safe food. In order to achieve this, Nébih will continue to perform regular checks on food products.
After discovering the nearly 40 tonnes of GMO-contaminated seed, Nébih took action against the distributor and arranged for the destruction of the stock.
The minister also emphasized Hungary’s stance on the regulations for agricultural products imported from third countries, stating that they should adhere to the same standards as those produced in the European Union.
In light of this incident, Hungary will maintain a national import ban on agricultural products from Ukraine until an international solution of equal effect is found. However, the ban does not apply to seeds and transit shipments. Authorities will seal the shipments at the border and trace their transit through the country.
This decisive action and commitment to maintaining strict food security regulations demonstrate Hungary’s dedication to ensuring the safety and quality of its food supply for its citizens.
