Japan warns of 21 pests and diseases if import ban on US potatoes ends
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Source: Nikkei Asia
Published: 2026-08-29 02:31 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Asia, Food & Agriculture, Trade & Sanctions, Business & Economy, Asia Pacific
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Japan bans imports of most fresh potatoes due to risk of harmful pests and microbes. (Photo by Nanami Sato)
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