AMMAN — The General Manager of the Jordanian Farmers Union,
Mahmoud Al-Auran, reassured the public that Jordanian watermelon is safe and
free from any reported safety concerns.
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In a statement, Auran emphasized that the Ministry of
Agriculture ensures continuous monitoring of watermelon to guarantee its safety
and quality.
He acknowledged that there have been isolated cases of individuals
experiencing fatigue after consuming watermelon, Saraya News reported.
However, he emphasized that this should not be interpreted
as the watermelon being "unfit for consumption."
These cases may be attributed to possible exposure to
viruses due to recent weather conditions in Jordan, including heavy dust caused
by strong winds.
In light of these incidents, he urged social media activists
not to spread false information and encouraged them to obtain reliable
information from trusted sources.
He stressed the importance of avoiding the dissemination of
misinformation, particularly when it comes to food-related matters, to prevent
confusion among citizens.
Regarding watermelon prices, Auran noted that they are lower
this season compared to the previous year. He explained that a temporary
increase in prices occurred for three days due to flooding in the recent
depression areas of Deisah and Al-Ghuwairah, which caused significant damage to
a large quantity of watermelons.
He further clarified that the current rainy season in Jordan
has been favorable, and it has had a positive impact on water resources in the
country.
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