After obtaining permission from the Ministry of Agriculture to import potatoes from the UK, distributors are already preparing to start shipping in October
potato United kingdom They will return to the Canary markets in October. After the approval of the Ministry of Agriculture Reactivate import Of these tubers from the UK, distributors already exist England To ship at the end of September and therefore be able to start shipping in mid-October.
It will also be imported SeedsBecause half of those used in the archipelago come from Scotland.
Measures have been taken to provide greater phytosanitary guarantees
They identified A A series of additional enforcement measures in relation to packaging and labeling For the product to enhance and provide greater guarantees of plant health.
Therefore, potatoes must undergo a cleaning procedure, through brushing and/or washing, which allows this Complete elimination of traces of soil and harmful organismsIt specifies that the acceptable percentage of existing land will be 0.5%.
The label should additionally state Potato data (Type, farmer code, variety, size, and packing date). Traceability This allows the product and production area to be identified at the plot level.
It must be seed potatoes Packed in new bagsat maximum capacity 25 kilosAnd sealed and labeled in facilities that enable this, which guarantee Validity and traceability Thereof and under the official control of the corresponding phytosanitary authorities in the production areas
Inspections on 100% of shipments coming from the UK
As for consumption, it can be presented in containers with a capacity not exceeding 1.5 tons. As stated in that Inspections will be carried out on 100% of potato shipments coming from the UK To combat any pest or violation of the stipulated procedures.
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