The approval came after years of negotiations, making it the second Vietnamese fruit, after litchi, to be imported into Australia. Vietnam applied for a license to export mango to Australia in 2009, with approval given after meeting requirements on origin, packaging, pest control, and disease.
The first batch of mango will arrive in Australia this month, with about 18 tons being imported everyday soon, according to the Vietnam Trade Office in Australia
The Vietnamese Embassy in Australia and the trade office organised programs to introduce the fruit at the Australia International Food Fair from September 12 -15 to promote trade and boost consumption of the fruit.
On the occasion, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on supporting consumption of Vietnamese agricultural products, including fresh fruits was signed between the trade office and the Vietnam Business Association in Australia.
