CDFA Pest Prevention Plant Regulation Practice Exam

What should be done with commodities found to be in violation of Federal Domestic Quarantine #83?

1. Examined, and if findings are negative, release

2. Refused admittance

3. Required to have methyl bromide fumigation certificate

4. Required to have a permit from the Director

The correct answer is: Required to have methyl bromide fumigation certificate

When dealing with commodities found to be in violation of Federal Domestic Quarantine #83, it is necessary for them to be treated in a manner that mitigates any potential pest risk associated with their entry. Methyl bromide fumigation is a treatment aimed at pest control and is specifically used in certain situations where quarantine violations are concerned. By requiring a methyl bromide fumigation certificate, it ensures that the commodities have undergone appropriate treatment to eliminate any pests that may have originated from a quarantined area. This measure is important because Federal Domestic Quarantine #83 pertains to the prevention of the spread of specific pests that can harm agriculture and natural resources. The presence of a fumigation certificate would indicate compliance with the required quarantine protocols, thus reducing the risk of further pest introduction. The other options involve varying degrees of administrative actions but don’t address the immediate need for pest control treatment, which is central to the purpose of the quarantine. This comprehensive approach is essential for pest prevention and regulation efforts, emphasizing the role of active treatment measures like fumigation in maintaining biosecurity.