China's suspension of Taiwanese pineapple imports, affecting about 40,000 metric tons a year, has led to concerns about biosecurity and the need for packaging compliance. Former chairman of the World Federation of Taiwan Chambers of Commerce, Lin Jiansong, attempted to export 2 tons of pineapples to Australia but faced delays due to packaging issues and the need for crowning and fumigation. The high cost of air freight for pineapple export to Australia has been questioned, especially with Australia's ability to supply its own pineapples. The Taiwan government is planning to assist farmers in building automated equipment for export use to address scale insect issues, a concern for importing countries.