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Wednesday, November 13, 2024

NAFDAC cracks down on counterfeit agrochemicals in Bauchi

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has seized counterfeit agrochemicals in Bauchi metropolis.

The agency made this known in a post on its official Facebook page on Friday.

NAFDAC noted that the “Patriarc” product was worth N5 million, adding that the operation led to the sealing of three outlets.

“The operation led to the closure of three facilities, the arrest of their owners and the confiscation of counterfeit products valued at N5 million. “The NAFDAC Investigation and Enforcement team is actively pursuing the importer or manufacturer responsible for these counterfeit products,” he said.

Need to acquire regulated products

The agency attributed the success of the raid to intelligence reports, targeting agrochemical sellers who were distributing the fake product.

NAFDAC also emphasized the need to purchase regulated products from genuine sources to prevent health and safety risks, even as it urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious products or activities to their nearest office.

He added that he will ensure prompt regulatory action and defend consumer safety.

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patriarch

Patriarc is a popular agricultural product designed to improve crop yields and protect plants from pests and diseases. This innovative solution has gained wide recognition among farmers and agricultural experts.

The product is a combination of broad-spectrum pesticides and fertilizers, specifically formulated to promote healthy plant growth and development. Its unique formula combines insecticides to control pests, fungicides to prevent diseases, macronutrients (NPK) for plant growth and micronutrients to improve plant health.

It offers several benefits, including increased crop yield, improved plant resistance to pests and diseases, improved nutrient uptake and utilization, reduced soil degradation, and easy application and compatibility with various crops.

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Patriarc is suitable for a wide range of crops, including cereals (corn, rice, wheat), legumes (beans, soybeans), vegetables (tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers) and fruits (citrus fruits, mangoes, apples).

NAFDAC

NAFDAC, established in 1993, has the responsibility of ensuring the safety, quality and effectiveness of food, medicines, cosmetics, medical devices and other regulated products.

The agency aims to safeguard public health by ensuring that all regulated products are safe, effective and of good quality.

Its activities include the implementation of standards and guidelines, inspection and monitoring of manufacturing facilities, laboratory testing and analysis, and registration and licensing of products and facilities.

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