APHIS Proposes to Lift Fumigaton Requirements for Blueberries From 2 Chilean Regions

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is proposing to lift fumigation requirements for blueberries imported from two regions in Chile. Under the proposal, blueberries imported from regions VIII and XVI of Chile would no longer require methyl bromide fumigation, and would instead be eligible for importation under a systems approach that includes requirements for inspections and a phytosanitary certificate from the Chilean government. Blueberries from Chile regions VI and VII would remain subject to fumigation requirements. Comments on the proposal are due June 2.