Dominican Republic trains Hass avocado producers for China export

The Technical Executing Unit for Agroforestry Development Projects (UTEPDA) and the Dominican Republic's Ministry of Agriculture have launched a training program for Hass avocado producers, technicians, and agronomists. The initiative, held in Hondo Valle, Elías Piña, aims to strengthen production standards to facilitate exports to the Chinese market.

The training sessions cover essential topics including Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), crop management, pest prevention and control, food safety, and traceability. Experts from the Directorate of Health and Safety and the Department of Agri-food Safety are providing guidance on the specific phytosanitary requirements and quality standards necessary for international trade with China.