APHIS Seeks Comments on Draft International Standards and Specifications
USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service sent this bulletin at 07/10/2017 10:44 AM EDT
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The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) recently opened 3 draft specification documents and 13 draft International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPMs) for 2017 Consultation (review and commenting). APHIS is inviting stakeholders to participate in 2017 Consultation on these documents by the due dates listed below.
Draft Specifications
Background information may be found on the IPPC Consultations for Draft Specifications page. Comments are due to APHIS by August 11, 2017.
Draft Standards
Background information may be found on the IPPC Consultations for Draft ISPMs page. Comments are due to APHIS by August 25, 2017.
For First Consultation:
For Second Consultation:
Instructions for Submitting Comments
To submit comments, follow the instructions on the APHIS website. Comments should fall into one of three categories: substantial, technical, or editorial. Provide alternative wording and a justification for any suggested amendments. Send your comments by the due dates identified above to:
Dr. Marina Zlotina
PPQ’s IPPC Technical Director
Marina.A.Zlotina@aphis.usda.gov
APHIS will review your comments and contact you if clarification is needed. If you represent an association, please distribute this message to your membership.
Thank you in advance for your participation in this review process.