Italy also remains a leading European producer of persimmons, where ethylene application is already widely used in post-harvest operations.
The CGA notes that the situation remains fluid and could change as the season progresses.
If Niger’s harvest fails or export policies shift, multiple importing countries would face simultaneous supply shocks.
Exports to Asia remain strong, helping to offset difficulties in other regions.
The system combines border inspection with processing-level sorting to uphold agricultural and food safety standards.