CBP finds invasive Egyptian Locusts from Italy.

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Screenshot of the Egyptian tree locust. Source: cbp.gov

In mid-November, agriculture specialists from US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) discovered the Egyptian tree locust in the port of Baltimore. The locusts were found in a shipment of Italian wine. As a result of the finding, CBP had the shipment re-exported back to Italy.

The Anacridium aegyptium, or commonly known as the Egyptian tree locust is a leaf feeder and pest to grapevines, citrus, fruit and other vegetable. While the Egyptian tree locust is common in Europe, it is considered an invasive species in the US.

In addition to invasive pests, CBP’s agriculture specialists also work hard to stop noxious weeds and prevent foreign plant and animal diseases from entering the US.

If CBP finds the presence of invasive species in your shipment – you will receive an EAN (Emergency Action Notification) typically requiring you to re-export the shipment and contents. If you have received an EAN, contact experienced trade and customs attorney, David Hsu at 832.896.6822 or by email at attorney.dave@yahoo.com for immediate assistance.

Italy will not ratify EU/Canada trade deal.

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The Italian government has threatened not to ratify the EU/Canada trade deal titled: the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). CETA would be the largest trade deal since the EU/South Korea trade agreement in 2011.

The main reason for Italy’s opposition to the EU/Canada trade deal is the lack of protection for Italy’s specialty foods. The EU/Canada trade deal featured Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI). Under CETA, Canada has recognized more than 40 Italian PDO and PGI labels out of a total of 292 foods.

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