Taiwan looks to export pineapples to Australia, as China ban bites
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Pineapple farmers in Taiwan are looking for other markets after China banned the trade.
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China abruptly banned pineapple imports from Taiwan, citing biosecurity concerns
Taiwan will reportedly export its first consignment of pineapples to Australia in May, which is concerning Australian growers
The Taipei Times has reported that a shipment of six tonnes of pineapples is expected to arrive in Australia in May, and smaller quantities [will also] be sent by air cargo .
If true, it will be the first shipment to arrive since the Australian Government approved Taiwan s market access for decrowned pineapples in March last year.
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Natalie Nolt, Veraâs Marinâs Niece, holds a doll that Vera purchased at the Horst Auction in 2000.
Photo by Art Petrosemolo.
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Photo by Art Petrosemolo.
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Photo by Art Petrosemolo.
Photo by Art Petrosemolo.
Photo by Art Petrosemolo.
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