New Zealand applied research skills to boost the value of mango exports from the Philippines

Published 2023년 4월 21일

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A two-year, US$150,000 contract has been signed between the Philippines' local government of Midsayap, Plant & Food Research, and the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade to address pesticide residue issues in the country's fresh mango exports. This problem has led to a decrease in export value and profitability for growers in Mindanao. The project aims to develop a high-quality export spray program for mangoes, improve chemical application, and increase the packaging of high-quality mangoes to meet agricultural standards and compliance. The funding for the project will be supported by the local government and the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade.

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The Philippines is a major player in world mango production. But in recent years, its fresh mango exports have been downgraded in value due to violations of maximum pesticide residue limits on arrival in countries like Japan and South Korea. This has reduced the profitability of growers in the region of Mindanao. Plant & Food Research has just signed a US$150,000 (NZ$240,000) two-year contract to help the Philippines deal with pesticide residue and compliance with other agricultural practices. Dr Suzie Newman, Head of International Development at Plant & Food Research, signed the contract at a function at the New Zealand Embassy in Manila on Wednesday, 19 April. “The project will develop a high-quality export spray programme for mango, improve chemical application and supply chain quality assurance, and increase the pack out of high-quality mango, “ said Dr Newman. “It’s another great example of the people and science of Plant & Food Research contributing globally by improving ...

Source: Plantandfood