Inspectors have seized some 130,000 eggs that were being smuggled into Israel from Palestinian-controlled areas of the West Bank, the Agriculture Ministry says.
It is believed that the eggs were destined for distribution in markets and supermarkets across the country, the ministry says.
The eggs had been stamped with counterfeit watermarks to alleviate suspicions.
The seizure comes days ahead of the Passover festival in which eggs play a significant role — not only as part of the Seder, but also as a crucial ingredient in many recipes so that they are compliant with the holiday’s dietary restrictions.
The ministry says that eggs that aren’t farmed under clear protocols may pose a danger to health, and says the seized items were sent to be destroyed.
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