Hama Grain Branch Denies Khapra Beetle Infestation at Qalaat al-Madiq
The Hama branch of the Syrian Grain Establishment has officially confirmed that wheat silos in the Qalaat al-Madiq area are free from any insect infestations. The branch categorically denied recent reports and rumors suggesting the presence of the “Khapra beetle” within the facility’s reserves.
Mohammad Awad Al-Sharbai, Director of the Hama branch, stated that these rumors are entirely unfounded. He emphasized that rigorous, periodic inspections conducted by the establishment’s specialized committees have consistently confirmed the safety and operational readiness of all stored quantities.
In a formal statement, Al-Sharbai noted that technical and specialized teams are continuing their work in accordance with established monitoring and sterilization programs. These procedures strictly adhere to high technical standards and scientific recommendations issued by the General Commission for Scientific Agricultural Research. These intensive, periodic measures are designed to ensure the quality of grain stocks and protect them from any pests or factors that might compromise their suitability for consumption.
The establishment highlighted the vital importance of silos as essential facilities within the national food security infrastructure. Consequently, these facilities are subject to ongoing oversight, which includes regular sterilization, vigilant monitoring, and routine sampling to ensure that all grain conforms to the required Syrian standard specifications.
The Hama Grain branch management urged citizens and media outlets to exercise caution and responsibility when handling information. It stressed the necessity of obtaining news exclusively from official and reliable sources, urging the public to avoid circulating rumors that may cause unjustified anxiety or aim to undermine confidence in public facilities and services.
These statements are part of a broader commitment by relevant authorities in Hama to transparency and direct communication with the public. Such efforts are intended to ensure the stability of food supplies and provide reassurance regarding the quality of the strategic wheat reserve, while affirming the continuation of preventive measures to maintain the integrity of these vital facilities and ensure the availability of essential products for citizens in line with established health standards.
Source: Syria Focus Arabic
