Ensuring integrity of supply chains

OVER the past weeks, we have seen governments throughout the world implement extraordinary precautionary measures, from travel bans and lockdowns to intensified border control inspections and regulations, to contain the spread of Covid-19 in their respective countries.

While deemed necessary for their nation’s health and safety, some of these measures can potentially have a damaging impact on food security. It is therefore critical that governments and industry come together now to ensure that food supply chains remain open and production is unhindered so consumers can have continued access to safe food during this pandemic.