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Taiwan Pineapples Near US Market Access After Clearing Regulatory Hurdles

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Taiwan’s pineapples could reach US consumers as early as next year after clearing regulatory hurdles, according to the agricultural ministry. Officials say the fruit is now awaiting final US approval, possibly allowing exports to begin during Taiwan’s peak harvest season from February to May. Taiwan has been working to expand overseas markets for its agricultural products since China banned imports of Taiwanese pineapples in 2021.

Taiwan’s Pineapple Exports

REPORTER:  
Taiwan's pineapples could hit US markets early next year. The agricultural ministry says the fruit has cleared regulatory hurdles in the US and is awaiting final approval. This means exports could begin during Taiwan's peak February-to-May harvest season. Taiwan has sought new markets since China banned Taiwanese pineapple imports in 2021.

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Fruit Exports

REPORTER:  
Taiwan's pineapples could hit US shelves in time for next year's harvest. The agricultural ministry says the fruit has cleared quarantine and administrative hurdles in the US and is awaiting final approval. The timing could allow exports to begin during Taiwan's February-to-May harvest season. Officials say farmers will be encouraged to grow varieties better suited for long-distance shipping. Taiwan has sought new export markets since China banned pineapple imports in 2021. Japan, Hong Kong and Singapore are among its main buyers.