Mexican raspberries and blackberries will start being shipped to the Chinese market not later than November, after officials of the Secretariat of Agriculture, Livestock, Rural Development, Fisheries and Food and of the Administration for Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ) of China approved the necessary protocols.
It is worth noting that the future is looking bright for red fruit exports, a worldwide consumption levels are on the rise and Mexico has established itself as a major supplier.
Mexico's blueberry, strawberry and blackberry production was the highest in history last year, growing at an annual rate of 22.1%. The country's main customers are the United States, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom, which together account for 475 million dollars in revenue.
The visit of the chief director of the National Health Service, Food Safety and Quality, Enrique Sanchez Cruz to the AQSIQ's offices in the People's Republic of China, confirmed the "friendship and good understanding between the two organisations, which has developed for over six years," the entity said.
During this period we have successfully negotiated health protocols for avocados, grapes, pears, apples, pork, beef, and recently, raspberry and blackberry.
Both delegations confirmed that solid steps have been taken in recent years to facilitate safe bilateral trade in sanitary terms, generating increasing trust and understanding.
The signing of the protocols will entail great opportunities for Mexican producers and will help in strengthening the country's position as a leading horticultural exporter.
Source: eleconomista.com.mx
