Kenya asks for U.S. approval of thyme imports

The government of Kenya wants the U.S. Department of Agriculture to approve imports of fresh thyme into the U.S.

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The government of Kenya wants the U.S. Department of Agriculture to approve imports of fresh thyme into the U.S.

The USDA conducted an analysis of pest risks associated with fresh thyme from Kenya, and the pest risk assessment is available at the USDA website and available for comment until March 25, according to the USDA.

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