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Implementation of the Australian Fumigation and Accreditation Scheme (AFAS) in PHAMA Countires
17 Jun 2013
The use of methyl bromide fumigation treatments for quarantine purposes is crucial in preventing the spread of plant pests and diseases that have significant economic and environmental consequences. Like most chemicals, methyl bromide is relatively safe to use and is effective if applied correctl...
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04 Jun 2013
While trade in Fijian taro with Australia and New Zealand has been occurring for many years, quality and phytosanitary issues have continued to hinder this trade and result in reduced returns for taro supply chain participants. The ongoing issues experienced in this trade were summarised in the ...
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Feasibility Study to Determine Infrastructure requirements for Processing and Packaging Horticultural Products for Export
30 Apr 2013
This 2013 study assessed the adequacy of existing horticultural processing and marketing infrastructure in Tonga for current and projected future exports. Tonga has well‑established export industries in squash and watermelon (3500 tonnes/annum), root crops (3600 tonnes/annum) and coconuts (1,100t...
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