SINGAPORE : Vegetable prices in Singapore will not be affected
by the destruction of some 200 tonnes of contaminated
veggies.
The vegetables from six farms in Sungei Tengah and Lim Chu Kang
Agrotechnology Parks had to be destroyed after they were
contaminated by a red dye released from an RSAF aircraft more than
a week ago in preparation for an upcoming aerobatic display.
The Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority says the vegetables
destroyed comprise less than 1 percent of Singapore's consumption
and so will not affect vegetable prices.
Farmers who spoke to our reporter say they hope to grow new crops
in time for Chinese New Year.
Others are hoping for adequate compensation from the Defence
Ministry. - CNA/ch
My question is how come only the contaminated vegetables are
destroyed? Dont we need to clean the soil as well before planting
new crops?