date:May 31, 2013
ned. We are collaborating with state, industry, and trading partners on this situation and are committed to providing timely information about our findings. The U.S.D.A. will put all necessary resources towards this investigation.
The Plant Protection Act (P.P.A.) provides for substantial penalties for serious infractions. Should APHIS determine that this situation was the result of a violation of the P.P.A., the agency has the authority to seek penalties for such a violation including civil p