Alerts

On 1 April 2024, the department will publish import conditions on BICON for fresh chilli fruit from Fiji. Only three varieties of chilli fruit from Fiji will be permitted to be imported into Australia – bird’s eye, hot rod and red fire.

The import conditions are based on the standard commercial production practices and packing procedures outlined in the final report for the review of biosecurity import requirements for fresh Capsicum spp. fruit from Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga and Vanuatu.

Who does this alert affect:
Importers of fresh horticulture produce, brokers and Pathway Operations Cargo - Assessments.

Further enquiries:
For additional information, email the Plant Import Operations Branch at imports@aff.gov.au or phone 1800 900 090.