Citrus becomes first Iranian fresh fruit with China market access

Published 2022년 9월 6일

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China has approved the import of fresh citrus fruits, including oranges, mandarins, and sweet lemons, from Iran. However, these fruits must meet the phytosanitary protocols agreed between the two countries to prevent the spread of pests. Iran is one of the largest producers of fruits and nuts in the Middle East and North Africa, and this move could significantly boost its agricultural exports to China, which currently stand at about $500,000 annually. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the General Administration of Customs of China has been announcing new fresh fruit approvals, recently allowing imports from Zimbabwe, Ecuador, Vietnam, Egypt, and Indonesia.

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Several Iranian fresh citrus items may now be imported into China, customs authorities announced on Aug. 31, marking the first time that Iran has received market access to China for its fresh fruit. The announcement from the General Administration of Customs of China stated that fresh Iranian oranges (Citrus sinensis), mandarins (Citrus reticulata) and sweet lemons (Citrus limetta) may now enter China, provided that they meet the conditions of bilateral phytosanitary protocols previously negotiated between the two countries. The protocols require Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture to register with the GACC all citrus orchards, packing facilities and cold storage facilities growing or handing citrus to be exported to China. These orchards and facilities must then be approved by the GACC. Among the 10 pests of concern listed in the protocols, the one that seems to be of greatest concern to the Chinese side is the locust bean moth (Ectomyelois ceratoniae), which can wreak havoc on a ...

Source: Producereport