Treatment facts
X-ray and gamma ray treatment for pests in fresh produce is generically known as phytosanitary irradiation. This is a chemical-free process that has been approved by Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.
Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development determines which products require a treatment and what treatments can be used. Every treated product has a case level label with a treatment code for traceability.
Fruit and vegetables grown interstate can occasionally harbour damaging pests placing Tasmania's farmers and environment at risk. To protect our local growers, treatments for pests are sometimes required.
