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@xkcd @M_G_Tuffen Needed to add a Pest Science version @USDA_APHIS

A new book by @CEBRA_UoM, 'Biosecurity: A Systems Perspective' is now available. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the biosecurity continuum and draws from CEBRA's extensive research to address global biosecurity challenges. Learn more 👇 loom.ly/2Zb6ZuI

On #IndependenceDay, we thank and remember the honorable service of our nation’s active duty, reserve service members and veterans. Happy #FourthofJuly from the USDA Family 🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸

Please join the NAPPO Secretariat in welcoming our new Chief Scientist, Dr. Javier Trujillo, on his first day on the job. Welcome! For more information, visit our website: nappo.org

(1/2) From the Lone Star State to Korean plates– the Republic of Korea clears the way for imports of fresh Texas grapefruit! After many years of work between the Republic of Korea's Animal & Plant Quarantine Agency and APHIS, our Korean friends can enjoy this sweet citrus fruit!

Knowledge sharing workshop on #SouthSouthCooperation at @FAO this week. 🌎Participants exchanged experiences & lessons. Sarah Brunel from @ippcnews highlighted IPPC-China cooperation, sharing best practices & technical engagement strategies. #PlantHealth🌱

Supported by @USDA_APHIS, #APP provides: 🌱Scientific knowledge 🌱Digital tools 🌱Training 🌱Field supplies For monitoring, detecting, controlling + reducing impact of pests🐛on agriculture, trade and the environment. Find out more: bit.ly/3UMYSRM #PlantHealth 🌱

A short report of the 87th Meeting of the Panel on Global Phytosanitary Affairs is available: eppo.int/MEETINGS/2024_…

Interesting ongoing trade/risk dispute "South Africa has requested the establishment of two dispute settlement panels to examine European Union measures affecting the importation of citrus from South Africa into the EU." freshfruitportal.com/news/2024/06/2…

The CA Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) [highlights] the discovery of 41 Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) egg masses on a shipment of artwork ... destined for Sonoma. [They] were intercepted at the Truckee Border Protection Station in late March, the first-ever finding in CA.

A strong defense is the best offense! The first step is to be aware of the invasive pests that threaten fruit and vegetable production in your area. Learn more about the Oriental fruit fly here: aphis.usda.gov/aphis/resource….

Invasive spongy moth and spotted lanternfly egg masses hold the next generation of destructive plant pests. Protect U.S. plants – learn to spot and destroy these egg masses. aphis.usda.gov/aphis/resource…

Thinking about preparing the patio for spring activities? Don’t forget to check your outdoor items for egg masses! Read this @USDA_APHIS release for tips on how to ensure your outdoor furniture, car and garden are invasive egg-mass free: aphis.usda.gov/aphis/newsroom….

Cherish spring’s beauty! 🌸Help protect flowers and plants from invasive pests with these essential tools. aphis.usda.gov/aphis/resource…

"That’s the main goal of all this work, to give land managers as many tools as possible to protect forests from invasive species." wxpr.org/energy-environ…

NAPPQM really appreciates its leadership, who give their time to make the association a great group to be a part of. Here we have the outgoing Executive Committee (6 in attendance), some who served two years, and the incoming EC (5 in attendance).

The day after our annual meeting over 20 NAPPQM members gave time sorting food and other donated products at the MANNA Foodbank of Western North Carolina. We love volunteering!

On Day 2 of our annual NAPPQM meeting, we were honored to be joined by members and representatives of PPQ's Management Team. We had excellent discussion about key issues and how to move PPQ forward.

The 2024 Annual Meeting of NAPPQM took place this week in Asheville NC. A great time was had by all, with this year's theme being "Reconnect, Re-energize, Revitalize"

Buy firewood where you’ll burn it or gather on site when permitted.

Your friends at NAPPQM love North America’s lands and waters and want them to remain resilient to climate change and other biological challenges. You are invited to join them during National Invasive Species Awareness Week February 26 – March 3, 2024.