Overcoming bans takes too long for Bangladeshi agro products

Published 2021년 3월 13일

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The European Union (EU) has been unable to resume betel leaf exports from Bangladesh, despite fulfilling all 22 conditions set by the EU to ensure the product is Salmonella-free. The ban, imposed in 2014, has significantly impacted Bangladesh's agricultural export earnings, with a drop from $38.1 million in 2012-13 to $1.98 million in 2019-20. The article also highlights issues faced by exporters, such as the lack of accredited labs for testing agricultural products and inefficient transportation systems.

Bangladesh has a long history of run-ins with the EU, including bans on seedless lemons and gourds, and difficulties in resuming exports despite meeting conditions. The country's weaknesses in negotiations and the EU's stringent standards contribute to the delays. Additionally, the article emphasizes the importance of zone-based cultivation, training, efficient export processes, and infrastructure improvements to support sustainable agricultural exports.

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The European Union (EU) banned the import of betel leaves from Bangladesh around seven years ago, in 2014, due to the presence of Salmonella bacteria in the product. Within three years Bangladesh was able to produce betel leaves free of Salmonella, but the country has not been able to resume its export yet, said officials of the Plant Quarantine Wing of the Department of Agricultural Extension (DEA) and Bangladesh Fruits, Vegetables and Allied. Products Exporters Association (BFVAPEA). Exporters said most of the bans on various products are imposed by European countries because they constantly test the goods. They stop importing goods if they find any problem in them. The process of fulfilling their conditions to resume exports of a banned item is a time-consuming process. They also claimed that Bangladesh has weaknesses in negotiations. People involved in this sector said more than 60% of the country's agricultural export earnings come from Europe. Nazmul Islam, an exporter of ...

Source: TBS