Consuming fruits and vegetables injected with growth regulators
Question
If fruits or vegetables are injected with growth regulators like Ethephon and Calcium carbide, will they be halal to consume?
Answer
Yes, as long as it is not harmful.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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