# Food hygiene concerns in Bosnia and Herzegovina

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/food-hygiene-concerns-in-bosnia-and-herzegovina
> Updated: 2026-11-03T00:03:43.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Concerns regarding food safety and hygiene practices have been raised in different regions of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

In Prijedor, consumer advocates and medical specialists highlighted risks associated with the handling of shopping baskets. Experts noted that baskets frequently contact dirty surfaces, potentially transferring contaminants to unpackaged food items. Medical microbiology specialists warned that these items could serve as pathways for infection if disinfection is not maintained.

In the Sarajevo Canton, reports emerged regarding hygiene lapses at meat counters. It was noted that in some establishments, staff members handle money and then immediately prepare or weigh meat without washing their hands or changing gloves. This practice is cited as a high risk for bacterial contamination, including Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria, and may violate national food laws and hygiene regulations.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-03: Hygiene concerns reported at meat counters in Sarajevo

Butchers in Sarajevo are reportedly handling cash and meat without changing gloves, raising serious food safety and hygiene concerns.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hygiene-concerns-reported-at-meat-counters-in-sarajevo

### 2026-10-28: Hygiene concerns raised over shopping baskets in Prijedor

Experts in Prijedor warn that dirty shopping baskets in supermarkets pose infection risks, especially for unpackaged food, calling for better hygiene habits from both retailers and consumers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hygiene-concerns-raised-over-shopping-baskets-in-prijedor

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