Statement on Super Cereal quality issue
On discovering the problem, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ commissioned an independent analysis of protein, fat, and micronutrient levels in Super Cereal from the supplier to understand the extent of the quality issue. Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ then initiated an investigation by its Office of the Inspector General to understand whether the quality issue was caused by operational error, negligence, or fraudulent behaviour.
As this investigation is still underway, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is not in a position to discuss its findings. Once the investigation is complete, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ management will decide what action should be taken.
Testing of the product found that while the food fell short of what was specified in Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ¡¯s contract with the company, it still provided a significant contribution to meeting the World Health Organisation¡¯s recommended intake of protein, vitamins and minerals for the general population and school aged children.
The quality issue was first noted in June 2018 while Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ was investigating a localized problem with the condition of some Super Cereal not related to protein/fat levels.
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For more information please contact (email address: firstname.lastname@wfp.org):
Frances Kennedy, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ/Rome, Tel. +39 06 6513 3725 Mob. +39 346 7600806