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China Imposes Phytosanitary Requirements for Fresh Banana Imports From Vietnam

China announced new phytosanitary requirements for imports of fresh bananas from Vietnam, the General Administration of Customs announced Nov. 8, according to an unofficial translation. The restrictions apply to unripe green bananas harvested within 10-16 weeks after flowering. Exporting orchards…

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should establish a quality management and traceability system, implement good agricultural practices and maintain the orchard's sanitary conditions, the China customs agency said.