Bacteria found in cheese and ghee at a market in Azerbaijan

The Food Safety Agency of Azerbaijan (FSAA) conducted an inspection at a market in the Barda district, owned by "Barda Tijarat" OJSC.

As reported by BAKU.WS with reference to the FSAA, during the inspection it was revealed that dairy products of unknown origin were being sold at the market.

Samples of cheese and clarified butter were taken for laboratory analysis. According to the analysis results, the presence of staphylococcus bacteria was detected in both products.

In addition, serious sanitary violations were recorded on the market territory: absence of sinks for hand washing, ventilation system, areas for food processing, as well as lack of sealed containers for waste collection and other deficiencies.

An administrative protocol was drawn up against the owner of the facility.

The sale of products with identified violations has been suspended, and mandatory compliance orders have been issued.

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