Chile introduces improved pesticide information system for fruit exporters

Different export markets can have different pesticide residue limits for the same fruit. A treatment permitted in Chile may not meet the requirements of another country, creating a risk of shipment rejection.

To help exporters manage these differences, Frutas de Chile has presented an updated version of its Agenda de Pesticidas, a technical information platform for the fresh fruit industry.

The system brings together pesticide regulations from destination markets, authorised products and guidance for growers.

More information in one place

The platform lists active ingredients by fruit species, based on products authorised by Chile's Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG).

It includes insecticides, fungicides, herbicides and other crop protection products, along with treatments used after harvest.

Users can consult maximum residue limits (MRLs), check product labels and access recommended intervals between pesticide application and harvest.

Checking export requirements

Among the platform's features are searchable databases, downloadable reports and notifications about changes to residue limits.

A new module also allows users to check whether laboratory test results meet the requirements of individual export markets. This information is treated as confidential.

The platform provides updates on regulatory changes, pesticide restrictions and cases involving Chilean fruit shipments that fail to meet destination-market requirements.

Reducing shipment risks

Frutas de Chile has provided pesticide guidance to the industry since 1989. The updated system is intended to make technical information easier to find and help growers choose suitable crop protection programmes.

For exporters supplying several markets, checking residue limits before harvest can help avoid delays, rejected shipments and additional costs.

source and photo: frutasdechile.cl