CDFA Pest Prevention Plant Regulation Practice Exam

Which area does the Mexican fruit fly Federal Domestic Quarantine cover?

1. All states, districts and territories in the US

2. A portion of the state of Texas

3. The entire state of Florida

4. All Gulf Coast States

The correct answer is: A portion of the state of Texas

The Mexican fruit fly Federal Domestic Quarantine specifically addresses concerns in a portion of the state of Texas. This quarantine is a regulatory measure put in place to manage and prevent the spread of this pest, which can cause significant damage to fruit crops. The targeted approach to the quarantine allows for effective monitoring and control in areas where the Mexican fruit fly is known to be present or poses a risk of invasion. The geographic specificity of the quarantine is crucial because it enables agricultural authorities to focus their resources and interventions in areas that are most vulnerable to the pest. This localized strategy minimizes the economic impact on regions not affected by the Mexican fruit fly, while still ensuring that sufficient measures are in place in the quarantined area to protect crops and mitigate the spread of the pest.