USDA announces importation of Fresh Unshu Oranges from Japan into US
Specifically, the agency has proposed to remove requirements for the fruit to be grown in specified canker-free export areas with buffer zones and for joint inspection in the groves and packinghouses by the Government of Japan and the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.
APHIS would also clarify that surface sterilization of the fruit must be conducted in accordance with 7 CFR part 305. They would require that each shipment be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate containing an additional declaration stating that the fruit was given the required surface sterilization. These proposed changes would make the regulations concerning the importation of Unshu oranges from Japan consistent with our domestic regulations concerning the interstate movement of citrus fruit from areas quarantined because of citrus canker.
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