An investigative report reveals Pakistan's prized Longi chilli is being displaced by hybrid varieties containing aflatoxin B1, a known carcinogen, at levels exceeding international limits. This issue has led to the country losing access to lucrative export markets, as consignments are rejected for failing food safety standards. Despite known solutions like improved post-harvest practices, regulatory failures persist, raising serious public health concerns domestically. This ongoing challenge to agricultural exports could negatively impact Pakistan's foreign exchange earnings and potentially add pressure on the USD/PKR exchange rate.
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