CDFA Pest Prevention Plant Regulation Practice Exam

What area is under quarantine in the cotton pests exterior quarantine due to boll weevil?

1. All states and districts of the US

2. All states and districts of the US except the state of Arizona

3. The states of Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas

4. All gulf coast states

The correct answer is: All states and districts of the US except the state of Arizona

The correct choice indicates that all states and districts of the US are under a quarantine due to boll weevil, except for the state of Arizona. This is based on the specific regulations and guidelines set forth by agricultural authorities to prevent the spread of the boll weevil, a significant pest that can severely impact cotton crops. The exclusion of Arizona from the quarantine suggests that it either has effective control measures in place or has not been significantly affected by boll weevil populations. This approach helps to focus pest management efforts and resources on areas where they are necessary, thereby protecting cotton production in the rest of the United States from the threat posed by this pest. Understanding the geographical nuances of pest quarantines is crucial for the effective management of agricultural resources and plant health in the broader context of pest prevention efforts.