Saudi shuts down 54 firms, blocks 40 tons of contaminated poultry in major food safety crackdown

Saudi Food and Drug Authority took strict action in July 2025. They closed 54 facilities for violating safety rules. Around 52 production lines were suspended. Expired products were seized. SFDA banned 40 tons of poultry due to salmonella. Inspections covered food plants and warehouses. The authority urges public to report violations. SFDA is committed to public health and safety.