Successful investigations by APHA have resulted in the sentencing of Mr Jeremy Saunders of Orchard Organic Farm, Newton Abbot for falsifying salmonella test results.

The UK has strict rules in place to protect public health and maintain the integrity of the egg supply chain. Robust testing for salmonella in laying flocks is a vital part of these controls, and APHA will not hesitate to take firm enforcement action where individuals attempt to mislead inspectors or undermine these safeguards.

At the hearing at Exeter Crown Court on Friday 10 October, Mr Saunders pleaded guilty to one count of perverting the course of justice after providing forged salmonella test results following an audit by the APHA Egg Marketing Team for the UK National Control Programme for Salmonella.

He received a f

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