Keep checking imported fruits for pesticide residue, consumer advocate urges govt


KOTA KINABALU: Health authorities should continue with laboratory tests on imported fruits to check pesticide levels although the public should not spread unverified claims, says a consumer advocate.

Chairman of the National Consumer Foundation (Sabah chapter) David Chan said there have been concerns about pesticide use on imported fruits from China, especially mandarin oranges during the Chinese New Year season.

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