Chile uses now the Systems Approach for shipments of grapes and kiwis to Mexico

The Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) and Frutas de Chile are advancing discussions with Mexico's Senasica to approve the Systems Approach for exporting fresh grapes and kiwis from Chile, aiming to replace fumigation and enhance fruit quality. This follows the recent approval for exporting table grapes to the U.S. after 20 years of negotiations. A pilot program for Chilean kiwis is expected in the 2024-2025 season, potentially boosting exports to Mexico, which have already increased by 23% this season. Additionally, there is an urgent push to authorize Chilean oranges under the same system as other citrus fruits, while Mexico seeks to improve its avocado export program to Chile and facilitate shipments of irradiated mangoes and fruit fly-free zones. Discussions also included facilitating cherry shipments via Guadalajara International Airport.

The Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) and Frutas de Chile, highlighted the progress of the meetings held in Mexico with the phytosanitary authorities of the National Agri-Food Health, Safety and Quality Service (Senasica), in order to achieve approval of the Systems Approach for shipments of fresh grapes and kiwis from Chile to Mexico, as well as analyzing other topics of interest for the national fruit sector. It is worth remembering that a few days ago Chile obtained approval of the protocol in question for the export of table grapes from the regions of Atacama, Coquimbo and Valparaíso to the United States. The negotiations lasted for more than 20 years. “The bilateral meeting with Senasica from Mexico was very positive. We were able to advance on topics that are of mutual interest. We have the participation of the private sector, represented by Frutas de Chile, and during this meeting we presented the proposal for the implementation of the Systems Approach for shipments ...