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Food inspection statement from Minister Yumaklı: 218.2 million lira fine

Minister of Agriculture and Forestry İbrahim Yumaklı stated that 117 thousand 360 food inspections were carried out in September and an administrative fine of 218.2 million lira was imposed on businesses where non-compliance was detected.

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Minister of Agriculture and Forestry İbrahim Yumaklı announced that 117 thousand 360 food inspections were carried out in September, 218.2 million lira fines were imposed on businesses that did not comply with the rules, and criminal complaints were filed against 29 businesses.

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The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry carries out periodic inspections throughout the country to ensure food safety.

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Minister of Agriculture and Forestry İbrahim Yumaklı made a statement on account X regarding food safety inspections. Yumaklı reported that 117 thousand 360 food inspections were carried out across Türkiye between 1-30 September.

Stating that a total of 218.2 million liras of administrative fine was imposed on businesses where non-compliance was detected as a result of the inspections, Yumaklı announced that a criminal complaint was filed against 29 businesses.

117 THOUSAND 360 FOOD INSPECTIONS WERE CARRIED OUT

Minister Yumaklı said in his post, "Our nation's health and access to safe food at every stage from field to table is our main priority." he said.

Regarding the results of the inspections carried out throughout September, Yumaklı said, "As a result of the inspections, we imposed an administrative fine of 218.2 million TL on the businesses where non-compliance was detected, and we filed a criminal complaint against 29 businesses." he said.

Regarding the businesses that comply with the rules, Minister Yumaklı said, "While we hold our tradesmen and businesses that strictly comply with the rules in high esteem, we are determined not to tolerate those who threaten the abundance of our table and the health of our people." he said.