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Stronger fruit fly measures to protect Riverland
The Marshall Liberal Government is strengthening the ring of fruit fly protection around the Riverland by introducing a complete ban on host fruit and vegetables being brought in by travellers, including fruit purchased from Adelaide shops.
Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development David Basham said the ongoing pressure from fruit fly on the borders of the Riverland and larvae found in interstate fruit sold in shops has required implementation of tougher protections.
“Coming into effect tomorrow, travellers can no longer use a receipt to bring fruit and vegetables into the Riverland that has been purchased in South Australian shops,” Minister Basham said.