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What equivalence determinations, if any, were made or are under consideration for fresh blueberry imports, and the evidence relied on to conclude an equivalent level of protection is maintained, when developing the draft IHS for Fresh Blueberries for Human Consumption?

Answered Question 35668 (2026)
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Jo Luxton

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What equivalence determinations, if any, were made or are under consideration for fresh blueberry imports, and the evidence relied on to conclude an equivalent level of protection is maintained, when developing the draft IHS for Fresh Blueberries for Human Consumption?

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Hon Andrew Hoggard

List MP · ACT Party · Minister for Biosecurity

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I am advised that no equivalence requests have been received, nor are any under consideration. Equivalence determinations cannot be considered until the import health standard has been issued.