China to Allow Imports of US Blueberries, Barley

China will allow imports of U.S. blueberries and barley, the country’s General Administration of Customs said in May 13 notices, according to an unofficial translation. China also issued quarantine and phytosanitary requirements for imports of U.S. alfalfa hay, “almond shell granules” and timothy hay. The measures, which took effect May 13, provide requirements that imports must meet for entry into China. The measures were announced as China tries to fulfill its agricultural purchase commitments under the phase one trade deal, which some say may not be possible due to the COVID-19 pandemic (see 2005130042 and 2005080010).