The Ministry categorically denied today the presence of the Hepatitis A virus in Moroccan strawberries.
The Ministry clarified, in a statement, that this information “has no basis in reality” and comes from sources aiming to tarnish the reputation of Moroccan agricultural products.
The Ministry emphasized that laboratory tests conducted in collaboration with the National Office for Sanitary Safety of Food Products (ONSSA) showed negative results for Hepatitis A. They confirm that Moroccan strawberries are safe for consumption.
The statement indicated that the Ministry continues to monitor the safety of all agricultural products in Morocco, including strawberries, through an annual monitoring and control program implemented by ONSSA.
The Ministry urged consumers to be cautious and refer to official sources for any information related to food safety, reiterating that ONSSA remains committed to ensuring the safety and quality of food products in Morocco.
The EU activated on March 4 its rapid alert system based on a notification from Spain alerting that strawberries from Morocco with the hepatitis A virus had entered the Spanish market,
Hepatitis A is a contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. It can range from mild to severe, lasting from a few weeks to several months. While not everyone experiences symptoms, adults are more likely to than children. Symptoms typically appear within two to seven weeks of exposure and usually clear up within two months.
The investigation comes amid tensions with Spanish farmers who have accused Morocco of unfair competition. Moroccan exporters suspect the EU warning may be part of a larger struggle against their products.
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