Exotic Fruit Fly Disposal Bin
Effective September 2023, the California Department of Food and Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Agriculture issued a fruit fly quarantine for Santa Clara County. To help reduce the spread, bright green amnesty bins can be found at both security checkpoints for disposal of any homegrown fruit prior to going through security screening. This quarantine will be in effect for the next 10 months (or shorter/longer contingent upon USDA determination).
FAQ:
- Can I purchase fruit from a restaurant in the terminals?
- Yes, commercially purchased fruits are under compliance with the Fruit Fly Project.
- What types of fruits/vegetables are being targeted by the fruit flies?
- According to State agricultural officials, these pests target more than 230 types of locally grown fruits, vegetables and plants, including items like tomatoes, peppers, grapes, stone fruits, citrus, dates and avocados.
- According to State agricultural officials, these pests target more than 230 types of locally grown fruits, vegetables and plants, including items like tomatoes, peppers, grapes, stone fruits, citrus, dates and avocados.