DAR ES SALAAM, July 10 -- TANZANIAN rice traders have been strongly warned to stop applying oil to rice as a trick to make it look cleaner and more appealing, as health experts warn the method poses serious risks to consumers
Instead of using oil, traders are encouraged to seek better rice varieties and adopt safe, approved methods such as proper drying, accurate sorting, and other appropriate techniques that maintain the quality of rice without endangering consumer health.
The warning comes from Mr. Geoffrey Rwiza, Executive Director of the Tanzania Rice Council, who spoke during a press briefing held in Dar es Salaam this week.
According to Mr. Rwiza, oiling rice has become a widespread but dangerous trend among some traders hoping t...
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