Sweden to DNA test meat in supermarkets
- Published: 10 Feb 2013 at 22.44
- Online news: World
Swedish authorities said Tuesday they would carry out DNA tests on meat in ready-made meals sold in supermarkets after frozen food giant Findus found horsemeat in its products.
A Findus beef lasagne frozen ready-made meal pictured on February 8, 2013. Swedish authorities said Tuesday they would carry out DNA tests on meat in ready-made meals sold in supermarkets after frozen food giant Findus found horsemeat in its products.
"We'll perform the tests on different products in the Swedish market that contain meat to see what they contain," said Peter Braadenmark, head of food control at Sweden's National Food Agency.
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