Regional and Global Plant Quarantine Strategies with Special References to Developments within EPPO |
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| Authors: | G MATHYS IM SMITH |
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| Institution: | European and Mediterranean Plant Protection Organization, 1, rue Le Notre, 75016 Paris (France) |
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| Abstract: | In formulating a harmonized plant quarantine strategy for the European and Mediterranean region, EPPO has found it useful to define and list the organisms to be considered as quarantine pests for the region (so-called A1 and A2 lists, corresponding to those entirely absent and those with a restricted distribution respectively). The criteria for the selection of quarantine pests are outlined. These are also applied in regular revision of the lists. For each organism on the A1 and A2 lists, appropriate prohibitions or restrictions to be addressed to exporting countries are worked out (specific quarantine requirements); collectively, these form the basis for a set of phytosanitary regulations in which each requirement is specifically linked to at least one known quarantine pest. Each A1 and A2 organism is also the subject of an illustrated data sheet. Such an approach is considered necessary to focus attention on the organisms most likely to cause problems and ensure that countries take relevant and sufficient measures when certifying material for export. It does not alter exporting countries' responsibilities, or importing countries' rights to inspect and intercept, with respect to pests not specifically listed. |
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