CDFA Pest Prevention Plant Regulation Practice Exam

Which area is under quarantine for burrowing nematode?

1. The states of Florida, Hawaii, and Texas

2. The commonwealth of Puerto Rico and all states and districts of the US except Arizona

3. The states of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho

4. The New England states

The correct answer is: The commonwealth of Puerto Rico and all states and districts of the US except Arizona

The correct choice identifies the quarantine area for burrowing nematode as the commonwealth of Puerto Rico and all states and districts of the US except Arizona. Burrowing nematode is a significant pest that affects various crops, particularly in tropical and subtropical environments. It is important for the protection of agricultural ecosystems that areas known to harbor this pest remain under strict regulatory measures to prevent its spread. In this context, the quarantine encompasses a wide area, given that burrowing nematode has been confirmed in several regions, leading to extensive regulatory actions to mitigate its impact. The exclusion of Arizona in this case aligns with observed pest distribution patterns, where the state has not reported the presence of burrowing nematode, allowing it to serve as a control or buffer zone, which is vital in pest management strategies. The other options are not correct as they either suggest regions that do not align with the documented presence of the burrowing nematode or misidentify states that have not been indicated as part of the quarantine measures necessary for controlling the potential spread of this pest. For instance, states like Florida and Texas do have a higher prevalence of certain nematodes, but they are not the specific focus areas for the quarantine related to burrowing nematode