Jordanian Dates Association issues statement – Roya News English

Jordanian Dates Association issues statement – Roya News English

Sunday, the Jordanian Dates Association (JODA) issued a statement concerning the uncertain information on social media about the potential contamination of a shipment of Jordanian dates in the British market.

April 15, British supermarket Sainsbury's recalled packs of its Medjool dates over concerns they might be contaminated with Hepatitis A. Sainsbury's warned customers not to consume the products, noting it began investigations with their suppliers in Jordan.

In the statement, JODA noted that specialist doctors confirmed that most of the Hepatitis A infections come from drinking contaminated water and liquids, adding that infection rates as a result of food contamination with this virus are very limited.

JODA stressed that withdrawing any product from the market is considered a precautionary action, noting that it should not cause a "media frenzy" as it may harm a large segment of farmers, investors, and the national economy.

They added that the situation reported by the media, according to the British company's statement, are "fears and uncertainties about potential contamination."

In the statement, JODA urged social media activists to obtain their information from credible sources, noting that Jordanian dates constitute important social and economic values, and has established a great stance as an important competitor in the global market.

"After reviewing