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Has MPI assessed whether organically certified blueberry production in Chile, Mexico, Morocco, Peru or the USA can achieve equivalent phytosanitary outcomes to conventional production for the pests listed in the IHS for Fresh Blueberries for Human Consumption?

Answered Question 35696 (2026)
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Jo Luxton

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Has MPI assessed whether organically certified blueberry production in Chile, Mexico, Morocco, Peru or the USA can achieve equivalent phytosanitary outcomes to conventional production for the pests listed in the IHS for Fresh Blueberries for Human Consumption?

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Hon Andrew Hoggard

List MP · ACT Party · Minister for Biosecurity

Answer

The Ministry for Primary Industries has utilised a wide range of evidence and information in drafting the proposed import health standard.