APHIS to Allow Imports of Litchi and Longan Fruit From Vietnam

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service will allow imports of litchi and longan fruit from Vietnam into the Continental U.S., it said in a final rule that takes effect Oct. 6. Importation of the fruit will be subject to certain conditions, including irradiation treatment, labeling, and a phytosanitary certificate from the Vietnamese government. Importation and distribution will not be allowed in the State of Florida, said APHIS.