Reported about 1 year ago
Yahoo Kimo (Latest News) reported on June 27, 2024, at 7:33 am that there were concerns about Matsu oysters being smuggled and containing excessive cadmium. The DPP urged the county government to publicly disclose the inspection reports. The county government emphasized that no detection has been made at Matsu farms or through market sampling over the years. County Mayor Wang Chung-ming stated that they would continue gathering public sentiment and addressing concerns, assuring that inspection reports would be released to clarify the situation. Investigations traced the smuggling chain of Chinese oysters into Matsu and Taiwan, with samples purchased from six well-known e-commerce platforms and fish markets revealing cadmium exceeding standards. The DPP urged the county government to release the qualified inspection reports and the list of operators promptly to reassure consumers. The government is working on establishing a 'Matsu Aquaculture Certification Mark' and enhancing public confidence through transparency in aquaculture practices and certifications, aiming to boost consumer trust in Matsu oysters.
Source: YAHOO