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FY2022 agricultural exports reach record levels.

Taiwan’s domestic apple production rose to 1,458 MT in MY 2021/2022, though production area continues to shrink due to economic, trade, and environmental factors. Taiwan’s apple demand remains strong and consumption is almost entirely import dependent. Total imports in MY 2021/2022 were 151,260 MT and are forecast to increase to 154,000 in MY 2022/2023. The United States holds the largest market share by volume, though New Zealand is rapidly gaining market share and enjoys a tariff advantage.

In 2019, Taiwan rejected or destroyed 53 shipments of U.S. agricultural products that were noncompliant with Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) food safety standards.

Taiwan is the eighth largest market for U.S. food and agricultural products.

All U.S. fresh blueberries and onions entering Taiwan will be subject to enhanced inspections in calendar year 2020.

In 2018, Taiwan was the eighth largest export market for U.S. food and agricultural products, valued at just over $4 billion.

This report lists major export certificates required by the Taiwan government to export food and agricultural products to Taiwan.