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Vietnamese pomelos are now permitted for import into Australia on the condition that they are only for human consumption and meet a series of stringent requirements.
Australia’s Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has officially published and updated import conditions for Vietnamese pomelos (Citrus maxima) on its Biosecurity Import Conditions (BICON) system, the Plant Production and Protection Department under the Vietnamese Ministry of Agriculture and Environment announced on April 10.
The department requested local authorities, enterprises and cooperatives as well as production, packaging and treatment facilities to thoroughly study Australia’s requirements and the technical guidance provided. Stakeholders were advised to proactively review and complete all necessary conditions, develop appropriate production processes and effectively implement pest control measures in line with the importing country’s regulations.
In addition, relevant entities were encouraged to strengthen coordination with plant quarantine authorities in technical guidance, inspection, supervision and pre-export quarantine procedures. All stages, from production and harvesting to treatment, packaging and transport, must be strictly controlled to ensure full compliance with Australia’s requirements.
Australia’s formal publication provides an important legal basis, marking the completion of the review, assessment and agreement on technical requirements for fresh Vietnamese pomelos. This represents a significant step forward in market access, creating favourable conditions for relevant agencies, localities and businesses to prepare for export activities in the coming time.
A ceremony to announce and ship the first batch of Vietnamese pomelos to Australia is expected to take place on April 15.
Hai Phong News
