Italian Minister of Agriculture Francesco Lollobrigida has addressed a recent investigation involving 14 rice mills in the Lomellina region, which centers on allegations of fraud related to organic rice production. The minister stated that the integrity of the Made in Italy brand remains secure, asserting that the existing network of regulatory controls is functioning effectively.
Lollobrigida emphasized that the discovery of the alleged irregularities serves as evidence that the national monitoring system is capable of identifying and addressing fraudulent activities within the agricultural sector. The investigation into the Lomellina rice mills continues as authorities examine claims regarding the mislabeling or fraudulent certification of organic products.
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