The detection of hazardous agricultural pesticides in a batch of red watermelons at a Moroccan market has triggered widespread apprehension in the nation regarding health and safety standards in farming practices. Nonetheless, authorities have reassured the public that the issue is confined to a small quantity.
In response to a warning issued by the National Office for Health Safety (UNSA), commercial entities in the city of Agadir have removed watermelons from their stores and warehouses. UNSA had indicated the presence of detrimental pesticide residues in a sample of this fruit.
