Pineapples from Taiwan: Now for All Americans, Not Just Guam
Published Date: 3/3/2026
Notice
Summary
The USDA is thinking about letting all kinds of fresh pineapples from Taiwan be imported anywhere in the U.S., not just certain types or places like Guam. This change could open up new pineapple options for stores and customers across the country. People have until May 4, 2026, to share their thoughts before any final decisions are made.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Possible Nationwide Pineapple Imports
The national plant protection organization of Taiwan asked APHIS to allow any variety of fresh pineapple to be imported into any State or Territory of the United States. Currently, pineapples from Taiwan must be at least 50 percent Smooth Cayenne by lineage and may only be imported into Guam or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. APHIS says it may revise the import requirements as specified in its risk management document if its analysis and determination remain unchanged after public comment.
Pest Risk Review and Public Comment Window
APHIS has prepared a pest risk assessment (PRA) and a risk management document (RMD) that evaluate plant pest and noxious weed risks from importing fresh pineapple from Taiwan and that propose mitigations. Those documents, plus a description of economic considerations, are available for public review and comment, and APHIS will accept comments through May 4, 2026.
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