Taking on the false codling moth to safeguard Kenya's exports to Europe

Published 2024년 9월 26일

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Bart highlighted the critical importance of the Kenyan market to Europe and the urgent need to tackle the False Codling Moth (FCM) issue, which affects key exports like citrus, avocados, and roses. FCM has caused interceptions of Kenyan roses at EU ports due to strict phytosanitary regulations. The Kenya Flower Council (KFC), in partnership with KEPHIS, the Pest Control Products Board (PCPB), and international allies, is working to mitigate FCM's impact by promoting best practices, aligning with international standards, and advocating for supportive policies. The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands is also contributing through technical assistance, funding, and facilitating collaborations. The Market Access Project aims to improve the phytosanitary standards of Kenyan produce to ensure its global market competitiveness.

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During the meeting, Bart highlighted the importance of the Kenyan market to Europe and underscored the urgent need to tackle the FCM challenge. The session was also attended by Dr. Isaac Macharia, Principal Inspector and Pathologist at KEPHIS, and Clement Tulezi, CEO of the Kenya Flower Council. The False Codling Moth (FCM), a destructive pest that affects a variety of crops, including citrus, avocados, and roses, which are key export products for Kenya to Europe has been on the rise in Kenya. In recent years, the presence of the False Codling Moth in export consignments has led to the interception of roses at the EU port of Entry in The Netherlands due to stringent phytosanitary measures and potential trade restrictions from European Union markets. Several institutions are actively working to mitigate the impact of the False Codling Moth and ensure that Kenyan exports remain viable and competitive in European markets. The Kenya Flower Council (KFC) plays a pivotal role in ...

Source: Agroberichtenbuitenland