Russia Lifts Embargo on Leaf Imports

Russia has lifted restrictions on the import of tobacco leaf from Brazil, India, South Africa, Tanzania and Malawi, reports The Rio Times.

The restrictions were implemented after the presence of humpback flies in shipments were discovered. In particular, it was found in raw materials from Brazil five times last year and seven times since the beginning of this year.

The decision was made after a report from the National Plant Protection Organization of Brazil stated adoption of “comprehensive phytosanitary measures” for the resumption of tobacco leaf supplies to Russia.