Jerry Prendergast: Over 100 more traps installed for Oriental fruit fly scare

Jerry Prendergast: Over 100 more traps installed for Oriental fruit fly scare

Author: Newstalk ZB January 6, 2025 Duration: 4:01

The discovery of an Oriental fruit fly in Papatoetoe is reigniting messages of caution for New Zealanders returning from overseas. 

Biosecurity New Zealand says the fly could cause extensive economic damage to the horticulture industry if it were allowed to establish here. 

United Fresh New Zealand President Jerry Prendergast says prevention requires effort from the public. 

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