Lithuania will begin detaining grain from Russia and Belarus that was transported through the port of Klaipeda until the tests to verify its origin are completed. This was reported by Reuters referring to the representative of the Ministry of Agriculture in the country.
Wheat, barley, as well as sunflower seeds and corn will be tested. They will be arrested starting next week until the test results are received.
Testing the grain may take two months or more. This period is explained by the fact that there is no laboratory in Lithuania capable of carrying out such studies, so the tests will be carried out abroad. All costs for storage, inspection, return or destruction of grain shall be borne by the exporters.