|top| - Tahong 2024 Repack

• Sort tahong by size and quality.
• Remove any damaged, dead, or debris.

Quality & safety testing

• Microbiological sampling: 30 composite samples across sites.

  At the heart of the controversy is the deceptive practice of “repacking.” Imported mussels, often arriving frozen in bulk containers, would be thawed, washed, and placed into mesh bags bearing fake tags or local market names. Vendors then sold them alongside genuine local produce, often at a premium price. The practice came to light in January 2024 when the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) and local government units conducted surprise inspections in major wet markets in Navotas and Malabon. They discovered several vendors unable to produce legitimate traceability documents. Subsequent DNA testing suggested that many mussels labeled “Cavite green mussels” were actually non-native species, confirming the deception. tahong 2024 repack

  • Store packages in a refrigerated environment at 0°C to 5°C (32°F to 41°F).
  • Maintain proper humidity levels to prevent moisture loss.

  Step-by-Step Repacking Guide