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Imported foods
- What kind of monitoring and inspections are conducted concerning pesticide residue on imported foods?
- How is imported food inspected at quarantine stations?
- Why are anti-mold agents used on things like imported lemons and grapefruits?
- I’ve heard that large amounts of anti-mold agents are used on imported lemons and grapefruits; do these have any harmful effects on the human body?
- What kind of laws and regulations are there overseas concerning pesticides and food additives?
- I’ve heard that potatoes and garlic are irradiated to stop them germinating. Is that true?