HANOI: At Lunar New Year, most Vietnamese families buy a kumquat tree -- a symbol of prosperity -- but where once its fruits were candied and enjoyed as a delicacy, now they are left uneaten as food safety scandals batter consumer confidence in local produce.
While communist Vietnam may not make as many global headlines for safety lapses as neighbouring China, the problems facing its consumers are similar -- and many of the harmful pesticides they fear most come from over the border.
Already a subscriber? Log in.
Subscribe to win RM50 Touch 'n Go e-Voucher! More Info
Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!