Samoan cooked breadfruit export open to the Australian market

Apia, SAMOA – 11 March 2024 – The export of cooked breadfruit from Samoa into Australia has been opened. Biosecurity Samoa today advised travellers that the Australian Department of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) has changed the requirements for importing cooked breadfruit into Australia from Samoa.

“This marks a significant milestone in the export and appreciation of this island cuisine. The changes open the doors for our people and Australians alike to experience the unique flavours and benefits of this tropical fruit,” a statement from the Ministry of Agriculture said.

THE CONDITIONS FOR EXPORT INCLUDE:
• A phytosanitary certificate is not required for cooked breadfruit for personal or non-personal use.
• Breadfruit must be fully cooked. Peeling is not required.
• Cooked breadfruit must be packed in clean, new packaging and must be free from biosecurity risk material.
• Cooked breadfruit for personal use will be subject to full inspection and limited to 20kg per passenger. Larger consignments will be inspected at an approved arrangement site.
• Cooked breadfruit for non-personal use will require documentation (Manufacturer’s declaration, Commercial invoice or Packing list) with details of the cooking process the breadfruit has undergone.