The main objectives of the 2020 CFP were to:
collect data and assess the compliance of infant foods to Canadian standards for residues of pesticides, veterinary drugs and metals/elements
collect data on aflatoxin M1 levels in yogurt/yogurt beverages and pudding
Previous years have analyzed pesticides, metals/elements, veterinary drug residues, aflatoxin M1 and environmental contaminants.
In the 2020 CFP, a total of 175 samples of children's foods were purchased in Halifax, Nova Scotia in October, 2020. These samples included:
children's cereals
yogurt/yogurt beverages
pudding
fruit snacks
granola/cereal bars