The Association made the announcement at a joint news conference in Ho Chi Minh City with officials from the French Consulate General at which they stated the organically grown kiwifruit have undergone thorough testing and pose no pest or health safety risk.
Kiwifruit are the second fruit from France to receive approval for market entry into Vietnam. Presently, French apples are sold at supermarkets throughout the country such as Big C, Coopmart and MM Mega Market.