May 20, 2011
Please be advised that the following President’s Choice Herbs from Israel are being sold at No Frills stores:
1) SAVORY
2) CHIVES
3) ROSEMARY
4) THYME
5) TARRAGON
We have also been advised that there are persimmons from Israel on the market.
Israeli produce is subject to the laws of Terumos and Maaseros such that one must separate Terumos and Maaseros from it.
To find an informative article which includes instructions on how to separate Terumos and Maaseros, click on the following link:
http://www.cor.ca/view/61:2/produce_of_israel%3A_a_primer.html
Please note: We encourage the support of Israel and the purchase of its many products. However, at the same time we must ensure the kosher status of each such product. For more information on the laws of separating Terumos and Maaseros, please contact our office.