Food safety agency orders nitrate testing for imported vegetables

The Food Safety Inspection Agency has notified importers that vegetables are subject to sampling and laboratory testing for nitrate levels.

In particular, the agency said that, effective June 8, importers will be required to submit sampling and laboratory testing results for nitrate levels in consignments of fresh potatoes, cabbage, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, beets, onions, green onions, peppers, watermelons, melons, and leafy greens imported into the country.