Utah Admin. Code R68-15-2 - Purpose
(1) In accordance with Subsection
4-2-103(1)(k),
this rule establishes a quarantine, to prevent the spread of the Japanese
beetle, Popillia japonica.
(2) This rule identifies the states and
Canadian provinces under quarantine, provides import requirements of articles
and commodities that are potential carriers or hosts, and details certification
options for importation or shipping plant material.
Notes
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(1) "Commissioner " means the Commissioner of the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food, or the commissioner 's designee.
(2) "Department " means the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food.
(3) "Free From Soil " means soil in amounts that could not contain hidden Japanese beetle larvae or pupae.