Chapter 16-350 WAC

The department is considering updates to this chapter that:

• Reflect changes to horticultural practices of the fruit tree nurseries since the rule was last updated in 2005;
• Align the certification standards with those found in the North American Plant Protection Organization (NAPPO) Regional Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (RSPM) 35;
• Adopt new international terminology for defining the relationship of propagation material to the virus tested foundation source;
• Address certification of tissue cultures; and
• Update application fees and how they are applied to assessment fees as necessary under WAC 16-350-045.

The department will also consider additional safeguards to the Washington tree fruit industry, aimed at reducing harmful pest introductions into the state.

The department will hold public hearings to receive information and comments regarding the proposed amendments on:

Send written comments using one of the following:

Written submissions about the proposed rule may be inspected at:

Please contact Scott Brooks to discuss how you can participate in the development of the rule and formulation of the proposed rule language before publication.

By mail:
Scott Brooks, Plant Services Program Manager
Plant Protection Division
Washington State Dept. of Agriculture
PO Box 42560
Olympia, WA 98504-2560