Tofu
In 2012, the food safety inspectors of Hunan Province discovered some extremely concerning information. Tofu manufacturers were detected adding iron sulfate and feces in their products in order to speed up the fermentation process, according to the FDA.
Tofu
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Ginger
In 2013, the China Central Television station conducted an investigation into ginger farms in Weifang (CCTV). The pesticide aldicarb was used on ginger, despite the fact that it is only permitted for use on a few crops, including peanuts, roses, cotton, and sweet potatoes, and it was applied at a rate that was 3-6 times higher than the recommended threshold.
Ginger