April |
2 April 2002 |
The Anti-mosquito Campaign 2002 is launched to encourage community participation in organising anti-mosquito measures and to enhance co-operation between concerned government departments. The first phase of the Campaign ends on April 27.
![The Department's staff treating a mosquito black spot](/english/publications/annualrpt/2002/images/photo/020402a-s.jpg) ![The Department's officer explains to students on precautions against mosquitoes](/english/publications/annualrpt/2002/images/photo/020402b-s.jpg) |
3 April 2002 |
The Department commissions a consulting firm to conduct a Regulatory Impact Assessment study on labelling of GM food, in response to concerns that a mandatory labelling system would increase food prices and reduce the variety of food products available in the community. |
9 April 2002 |
A series of workshops and seminars is arranged to promote the adoption of the Food Safety Plan for food handlers manufacturing or selling siu mei and lo mei. |
29 April 2002 |
The PRC's Deputy Minister of Agriculture visits Man Kam To Food Control Office and Livestock Inspection Station. |