USDA approves raspberry imports from Morocco

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved imports of raspberries from Morocco.

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved imports of raspberries from Morocco.

Based on the findings of a pest risk analysis, the agency said fresh imports won’t present a pest risk to U.S. producers if several phytosantiary safeguards are met.

Imports of Moroccan fresh raspberries are approved to begin starting July 24, the USDA said.

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