Queensland melon growers are preparing to export their produce across the Tasman in coming months as a ban put in place for biosecurity purposes lifts.

The market was shut down in December 20-19, following the detection of cucumber green mottle mosaic virus, costing the industry millions of dollars.

New Zealand will again be accepting imports, after authorities reached a workable solution on biosecurity protocols.

Rural reporter Sophie Clarke caught up with Melons Australia Executive Officer Jonathon Davey to find out what it means for growers.

Queensland melon growers are preparing to export their produce across the Tasman in coming months as a ban put in place for biosecurity purposes lifts.
The market was shut down in December 20-19, following the detection of cucumber green mottle mosaic virus, costing the industry millions of dollars.
New Zealand will again be accepting imports, after authorities reached a workable solution on biosecurity protocols.
Rural reporter Sophie Clarke caught up with Melons Australia Executive Officer Jonathon Davey to find out what it means for growers.

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