Market expansion of sweet potato roots from Korea

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has issued a notice to expand market access for sweet potato roots from Korea into the United States. This action is based on a pest risk analysis that identified specific phytosanitary measures to mitigate the risks associated with importing sweet potato roots from Korea.

This notice primarily affects importers and agricultural firms involved in the trade of sweet potatoes. While no specific compliance deadline is mentioned, entities wishing to import sweet potato roots from Korea should review the phytosanitary measures outlined in the full document to ensure compliance with APHIS regulations. This change opens a new market for Korean sweet potato exporters and potentially increases the variety of sweet potatoes available to US consumers.