RE: [CH] Okay, read it yourself

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This does look like it will impact the amateur/hobby seed trade.  But
it's not new.  A phytosanitary certificate has been required and
according to the article usually accompanies commercial shipment.  It's
been unenforced.  I've seen mention on this list of the phytosanitary
requirements.

> Swap your seeds before Sept. 21.  I think this is another
> effort of the GM
> seed companies. Margaret L
>
>

<quote>

Safeguarding Report

    In 1998, we asked the National Plant Board (NPB) to review our
efforts to safeguard American agriculture and plant resources. The NPB
assembled 43 stakeholders from States, industry, academe, and
environmental groups to conduct extensive research, interviews, site
visits, and other interactions with APHIS and its stakeholders, and to
prepare a thorough analysis of the challenges facing the safeguarding
system. The 1999 report, ``Safeguarding American Plant Resources, A
Stakeholder Review of the APHIS-PPQ Safeguarding System,''

</quote>

I wish this had been in force some generations ago when Argentine ants
were imported into the states (on produce).  So. Calif is now an
anthill.  The Argentines are destroying the native ants.

I wonder if gardening societies in their respective countries might be
able to start certifying for their members?  Might be worth looking
into.  The reports states the certification cost is about $11 USD in
Canada and $24 USD in Mexico.  Way too much for the hobbyist swapping
seeds.


Riley

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