Port Houston Approved for Cold Treatment Cargo

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17 Jul 2024


HOUSTON – Port Houston is proud to announce its approval by the United States Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to handle cold treatment cargo. This approval enables Port Houston to receive and manage shipments that complete the prescribed cold treatment process while in transit on the water, significantly enhancing the Port's operational capabilities and service offerings. 

Cold treatment is a critical process used to mitigate the risk of pests in fresh produce. 

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