The change means less “red tape” for Australian producers of these products, who from 1 October, would have otherwise had to obtain additional certification requirements to label and market their beverages as organic in the Japanese market. This update follows Monday’s announcement that India would also recognise Australia’s organics system as equivalent.
Australian Grape and Wine chief executive Lee McLean said the developments would provide producers of organic wine with a significant boost in these markets.
“This is an excellent outcome for Australian wine producers, particularly those in the growing organic segment. Equivalence arrangements reduce red tape and costs, so our producers can focus on building their brands and expanding their exports in these valuable markets,” he said.
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