Services

Technical assistance with plant health import permit applications and verification of import requirements for compliance
Technical assistance with interceptions of non-compliant consignments and the implementation of risk management measures
Representation and coordinated pursuance of new and existing import priorities supported by technical recommendations at various government regulatory forums
Representation of trade priorities and technical information to Embassies and Exporter’s Associations of trade partners to support new market initiatives
Representation and participation in international marketing initiatives
Access to up to date information relating to international and regional agreements and/or developments affecting trade with South Africa
Access to up to date information and assistance in interpretation of new and amended plant health and food safety legislation, regulations, import control measures and standards that affects the import of fresh produce
Access to up to date quarantine pest information affecting imports
Industry representation at national level for market access prioritization
Technical assistance and industry representation at regulatory forums for market access of FPIA priority commodities in terms of plant health, food safety and quality assurance
Technical assistance and industry representation at regulatory forums for market maintenance and revision of import conditions in support of FPIA priority markets

Fresh Produce Importers Association (FPIA)