Overview

The Federal Government (DAFF) is conducting a Biosecurity Import Risk Analysis (BIRA) for fresh Cavendish bananas from the Philippines.The ABGC strongly opposes banana imports due to the significant biosecurity risks created.Key concernsAustralia is one of the few countries free from the most problematic banana diseases…
Important updates in banana imports process 

Important updates in banana imports process 

The federal Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has today released key information relating to their ongoing assessment into importing fresh Cavendish bananas from the Philippines.  This includes: A high-level trip report on their technical visit to five farms in Davao del Norte, Bukidnon and Davao de Oro.  An Issues Paper, outlining…