Horticulture New Zealand welcomes lifting of fruit fly movement controls
Source: HD.com
As we provide the news for free, we are relying on revenues from our banners. "The decision by Biosecurity New Zealand to end the controls operation is great news for growers," said Kate Scott, chief executive of HortNZ.
"We're pleased with the prompt action taken by Biosecurity New Zealand when the fruit fly was detected and appreciate the help and co-operation from residents and businesses of Papatoetoe to ensure fruit and vegetables were safely disposed of. "The fruit fly poses a significant threat to New Zealand's fruit and vegetable industries.
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