Topic 2 Element 5 - Biosecurity and plant passports Flashcards
What is Biosecurity
Biosecurity refers to measures aimed to prevent the introduction or spread of harmful organisms.
How can we play a part in Biosecurity?
- buying from reliable sources preferably locally
- inspecting new plants and quarantining if necessary
- make regular checks on plant health
- avoid wooden pallets or other wood packaging
What do businesses produce to specify their management of green waste or sourcing plants?
Biosecurity Policies
What are plant passports?
Plant passports show where a plant has been sourced, enabling traceability in the envent of a pest/disease outbreak.
What details are included in a plant passport?
A. Plant botanical name
B. Supplier registration number
C. Traceability code (batch code)
D/E. Country of origin
What is a Phytosanitary certificate?
Phytosanitary certificate is confirmation a plant has been inspected and found to be free of notifiable pests and diseases.
What must accompany plants to be exported?
- Plant Passport
- Phytosanitary Certificate
