The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Forests (MAFF), through the Quarantine Division, is committed to ensuring that all agricultural exports from Tonga continue to meet international standards and market requirements. As part of our ongoing improvement efforts, the Quarantine Division has implemented updated export procedures to support farmers, exporters, and processors across the kingdom.

🔍 Key Updates to Export Standards

1. Enhanced Inspection Procedures
All export-bound agricultural products will undergo improved inspection protocols to ensure freedom from pests, diseases, and contaminants. This provides greater confidence for international trading partners.

2. Updated Documentation Requirements
Exporters must ensure that all phytosanitary certificates, treatment records, and product declarations are submitted before shipment. New digital verification options are being introduced to simplify the process.

3. Strengthened Compliance With International Markets
The updated standards align with guidelines from the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) and requirements from key trading partners across the region.

4. Improved Treatment and Packaging Regulations
Heat treatment, fumigation, and packaging requirements have been refined to minimize risk and safeguard Tonga’s export reputation.

🎯 Why These Updates Matter

These changes are part of MAFF’s commitment to:

• maintaining market access,

• protecting Tonga’s agricultural reputation,

• improving export efficiency, and

• supporting farmers and exporters in meeting global expectations.

📢 Message to Exporters

The Quarantine Division encourages all exporters to familiarize themselves with the new requirements and contact the division for guidance or assistance. Working together ensures that Tonga continues to deliver high-quality, safe, and compliant agricultural products to international markets.