Dhaka, May 15 -- Around 13 per cent of the dried-fish samples have been found contaminated by chemical pesticides, according to latest research findings.

On the other hand, the remaining tested dried-fish samples have been found to be safe.

According to the research, the level of pesticide contamination in dried fish decreases significantly after cooking.

The findings of the research, conducted by a team from the Bangladesh Fish Research Institute (BFRI), were disclosed on Wednesday at a seminar, organised by Bangladesh Food Safety Authority (BFSA) at the Authority's head office in the city.

Chaired by BFSA member Dr Mohammad Mostafa, the event was attended by BFSA Chairman Zakaria as the chief guest.

Dr Md Ariful Islam, Senior Scien...