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Fresh Belgian Apples Granted China Market AccessOn June 2, Chinese customs authorities announced that fresh Belgian apples could be imported into China.	June 08, 2026 Jing Zang
California Almond Industry Reaffirms Long-Term Commitment to China MarketAt the recent 19th China Nut and Dried Fruit Food Exhibition, Emily Fleischmann from the Almond Board of California emphasized the sector’s commitment to the Chinese market.	June 05, 2026 Momo
China’s Zero-Tariff Policy Boosts Imports of South African Apples and PearsOn May 15, an event was held in Shanghai celebrating South African apples and pears.	May 20, 2026 Produce Report
South African Apples Make Historic Entry Under China’s Zero-Tariff PolicyOn May 1, China’s zero-tariff policy enabled 24 metric tons of South African apples to enter Shenzhen while saving over $2,900 in tariffs.	May 07, 2026 Jing Zang
Fresh Vietnamese Pomelos and Limes Approved for Import Into ChinaOn April 27, Chinese customs authorities announced that fresh Vietnamese pomelos and limes could be imported into China.	May 06, 2026 Jing Zang
China Eases Phytosanitary Requirements for South African CitrusOn April 22, China’s General Administration of Customs relaxed its cold treatment requirements for South African oranges, grapefruit, mandarins and tangerines.	May 05, 2026 Jing Zang
Thailand Moves To Stabilize Coconut Market as Prices PlungeThe Thai government has stepped in after aromatic coconut prices plunged to as low as $0.03 per fruit.	March 12, 2026 Jing Zang
Middle East Conflict Disrupts Global Shipping and Food SupplyThe Middle East conflict has disrupted key shipping routes, forcing carriers to reroute, delaying trade and threatening global food supplies.	March 09, 2026 Jing Zang
Uzbekistan Bans Tangerine and Pineapple Imports From ChinaUzbekistan has halted tangerine and pineapple imports from China after the repeated detection of quarantine pests.	February 10, 2026 Roy G
SVM Wins PremA280 Apple Rights Case Against Yunnan ‘Longwei’China’s Supreme People’s Court recently ruled that Yunnan “Longwei” apples had infringed plant variety rights for the PremA280 cultivar, awarding Shennong Variety Management over 5 million Chinese yuan.	January 21, 2026 Roy G