Shippers of containerised plant products can now access the updated and freely available “Standards for Empty Shipping Container Inspection“ document which gives guidance on export-acceptable shipping containers.
Covering container inspection, assessment, cleaning, and repairs, the “Standards for Empty Shipping Container Inspection,” is in an easy-to-access and easy-to-follow digital booklet form that is illustrated with flowcharts, diagrams, and pictures...
Urgent and drastic anti-Khapra Beetle action is being taken by the Federal Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment.
High risk plant products will be banned. Pest-free phytosanitary certificates from all countries will be demanded. Verification of pest-free statement may be demanded.
Treatments of all containers and empty boxes is under consideration but Shipping Australia has strongly opposed these options which would cause global container congestion and impose massive additional...
https://shippingaustralia.com.au/khapra-beetle-department-of-ag-imposes-drastic-measures-on-trade/