Alerts
Additional declaration to New Zealand avocado phytosanitary requirements
Effective from 17 June 2023The department will be adding an additional declaration for imports of fresh avocados for human consumption from New Zealand in response to the biosecurity concerns relating to leafroller.
From 1 July 2023, phytosanitary certificates must include the additional declaration:
“The avocado in this consignment has been subjected to an approved packinghouse practice (water blasting) effective against leafrollers of biosecurity concern for Australia”
Who does this notice affect:
Importers of fresh avocados for human consumption, brokers, Pathway Operations Cargo – Inspections and Assessments, and biosecurity staff.
Further information:
Please contact Plant Import Operations on 1800 900 090 (option 1, option 1) or email imports@agriculture.gov.au.
This Alert applies to the following Cases: