Thank you, Kathleen.
Good afternoon, everyone, and thank you for the question.
As Kathleen mentioned, for any new imports from a new country or a new establishment, CFIA conducts full inspections on at least 10 consignments from that particular establishment, in this case, Ukraine.
When the certificate is approved, full inspection will be conducted. When I say “full inspection”, it basically means visual inspection as well as organoleptic inspection.
At that time, CFIA inspectors also take samples for microbiological contamination, chemical residue contamination and species identification. At that time, only when CFIA confirms that the inspection is satisfactory will the consignment be released to the importer. Should there be a problem with any of the consignments, CFIA, of course, works for the competent authority and takes actions as necessary.