Source: Mavis Fantevi
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has intensified regulatory measures on imported frozen chicken, meat, and fish, engaging importers as part of a nationwide effort to strengthen food safety controls in Ghana.
The Authority said all importers of frozen food products are now required to undergo mandatory site verification processes before their goods are approved for distribution on the local market.
The exercise is intended to ensure that products originate from facilities that meet acceptable hygiene and safety standards.
According to the Food and Drugs Authority, the inspections form part of its broader mandate to protect public health by preventing unsafe or substandard food products from entering the country.
The FDA noted that verification checks help confirm that production and storage environments abroad comply with international food safety requirements.
The regulator further explained that the initiative will enhance traceability within the frozen food supply chain, allowing authorities to better monitor the source and handling of imported products from origin to distribution.
The FDA stressed that ensuring food safety remains a top priority, adding that protecting consumers begins with strict monitoring and enforcement across all entry points of the food import system.
Importers have been urged to fully cooperate with the verification process to avoid delays and ensure compliance, as the Authority continues its efforts to safeguard public health and improve confidence in food products on the Ghanaian market.
