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Ceará, Brazil, has retained its official pest-free status for the cucurbit fly Anastrepha grandis, confirmed by Ordinance SDA/MAPA No. 1,511 from the Ministry of Agriculture. This status allows melon and watermelon exports to markets like the US, China, and the EU, avoiding phytosanitary restrictions.

Continuous monitoring by the Ceará Agricultural Defense Agency ensures compliance. Companies such as Itaueira Agropecuária and Agrícola Famosa are expanding in Ocara and Morada Nova, boosting local employment. This recognition supports investment decisions, enhancing fruit exports and creating jobs in the region.