New phytosanitary rules pave way for resumption of exports after three-month hiatus
The Peruvian market has reopened for Chilean apples after an agreement was reached between the Senasa and Sag, the plant health authorities of the two countries, on new phytosanitary measures governing certification and exports, effective immediately.
It follows the suspension of import permits for Chilean apples almost three months ago after several detections of live quarantine pests at Peruvian points of entry.
Hailing the deal as “very good news for Chilean fruit”, Chile’s agriculture minister, Esteban Valenzuela said it “reflects the rigorous technical work of the Sag and the commitment to maintaining high phytosanitary standards, allowing us to resume shipments to this sister nation, which is also an important trading partner”.
The Chilean authorities said the deal marks a milestone in strengthening the trade relationship between Chile and Peru, guaranteeing a stable and safe flow of Chilean apples.
The national director of Sag, José Guajardo Reyes, added that it “represents a crucial step forward in reactivating the safe trade of Chilean apples, especially supporting medium- and small-sized businesses whose target markets include Peru”.
