Morocco: Morocco Bans Ornamental Plant Imports from Xylella Fastidiosa-Infested Countries

  |   Attaché Report (GAIN)   |   MO2022-0007

This report includes the unofficial translation of a notice to importers issued by the Moroccan food safety authority (ONSSA) regarding the suspension of the import of ornamental plants and parts of plants from countries infested with Xylella fastidiosa. At present, the measure is being applied across various commodities, countries of origin, and Moroccan ports through the issuance of import permits.

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