interunion marketing aus pty ltd alyth 25 back road whorouly vic 3735 australia tel 61 3 57 271476 email luc ca the us organic and natural food product export initiative a guide to exporting prepared for western united states agricultural trade association & products october 2004 table of contents page 1 summary 2 objectives about 4 consumer market 6 5 opportunities exporters 8 australian distribution network 9 beans 10 beverages 12 canned goods 14 fresh fruit vegetables 16 frozen foods 18 grains 20 refrigerated 22 shelf stable 24 7 requirements 26 s labeling regulations 33 other packaging shipping considerations 38 recommended shows 39 11 government regulatory agency contacts 41 state departments health 42 13 american chamber commerce in embassy 43 agri associations councils 44 15 bodies 45 46 17 47 certification