What does the APHIS do?
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) protects the health of U.S. agriculture and natural resources against invasive pests and diseases, regulates genetically engineered crops, administers the Animal Welfare Act, and helps people and wildlife coexist.
How is APHIS treated?
There are various approved chemical treatments: fumigants, dips and spray. The fumigants include methyl bromide, phosphine and sulfuryl fluoride. Non chemical treatments include cold treatment, hot water immersion, vapor heat treatment, steam sterilization and irradiation.
What does Aphis Vs stand for?
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
| APHIS emblem | |
| The APHIS Beagle Brigade does an interception at Dulles | |
| Agency overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | 1972 |
| Preceding agencies | Office of Entomologist, Agricultural Section, U.S. Patent Office Treasury Cattle Commission Federal Horticultural Board |
What is the most damaging agricultural pest?
Mediterranean Fruit Fly Considered one of the most damaging agricultural pests in the world.
Why are Burmese pythons invasive species?
Non-native Burmese pythons have established a breeding population in South Florida and are one of the most concerning invasive species in Everglades National Park. Pythons compete with native wildlife for food, which includes mammals, birds, and other reptiles.
How do you control crop pest?
8 Ways to Control Common Garden Pests
- Use Barriers. Create a physical barrier to stop pests getting to your fruit and vegetables.
- Keep Your Soil Healthy. Healthy soil produces stronger plants that have better resistance to any damage incurred by insects.
- Crop Rotation.
- Slug Beer Trap.
Do I need a USDA APHIS/APHIS import permit?
A USDA, APHIS, VS import permit will not be required for pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, dietary/nutritional supplements, culture media, and products for human and animal consumption that contain lactose or galactose or lactulose as the ONLY animal derived ingredient.
How do I contact USDA APHIS PPQ quarantine policy?
Please contact USDA APHIS PPQ Quarantine Policy, Analysis and Support at (301) 851-2220 for more information. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) also regulates the importation of foods for human consumption and animal feeds and ingredients intended for incorporation into animal feeds.
Do I need a USDA import permit for non-human primate material?
If the non-human primate material to be imported cannot meet these criteria, then a USDA import permit may be required. An import permit issued by USDA, APHIS, VS is required for non-human primate material if the material has been inoculated with or exposed to any livestock or poultry foreign animal disease agent.
What are the import requirements for pathogens and specimens?
Import requirements for plant pathogens may be obtained by contacting Biological Assessment and Taxonomic Support Fax: 301-734-8700. A USDA veterinary import permit will not be required for specimens if the following is provided in the shipping documents: A detailed description of the microorganism (genus and species).