Subject

This directive governs the importation of all table stock and processing potatoes that are not to be used for propagation purposes and includes potato parts and potato by-products. This directive supersedes all previous references to this subject in any other policy document (see Appendix 1). It excludes, import requirements for seed potatoes, true seed, and plant parts for propagation which are outlined in a separate directive (D-98-01).

This directive provides detailed information and rationale. Since the information is complex, a summary of requirements that apply to imports from the United States (U.S.) is provided as a quick reference (see Appendix 6).

The purpose of this revision is to correct inaccurate information presented in Appendix 4 and Appendix 6a. The map in Appendix 4 incorrectly indicated that Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN) was present in the U.S. State of Arizona; this has been changed to reflect that SCN is not present in Arizona. The Table in Appendix 6a incorrectly indicated that Columbia Root Knot Nematode (CRKN) and/or Potato Rot Nematode (PRN) were present in the U.S. state of Wyoming; the table has been corrected to indicate that neither pest occur in Wyoming.

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Table of Contents

• Review
• Endorsement
• Amendment Record
• Distribution
• Introduction
• Scope
• Definitions, Abbreviations and Acronyms
• 1.0 General Requirements
  • 1.1 Legislative Authority
  • 1.2 Fees
  • 1.3 Regulated pests
  • 1.4 Regulated Commodities
  • 1.5 Commodities Exempt
  • 1.6 Regulated Areas
• 2.0 Specific Requirements
  • 2.1 Import Requirements for all locations (countries or states) other than the continental U.S.
  • 2.2 Import Requirements for the continental U.S.
    • 2.2.1 General
    • 2.2.2 Packaged potatoes from the U.S.
    • 2.2.3 Bulk potatoes from the U.S. (for processing and/or repacking)
  • 2.3 Inspection Requirements
  • 2.4 Non-Compliance
• 3.0 Appendices
  • Appendix 1: Documents Superseded by this Directive
  • Appendix 2: Pests of Quarantine Concern to Canada for Potatoes and Associated Soil
  • Appendix 3: List of Regulated U.S. States, by Pests Status
  • Appendix 4: Map showing Distribution of Nematode Pests by State
  • Appendix 5: List of U.S. States and Regulated Pests Found
  • Appendix 6: Summary of the Requirements for Importation of Potatoes for consumption from the U.S.
  • Appendix 7: Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations
  • Appendix 8: Example of a "Vehicle Cleanliness Certificate" (PPQ Form 540)
  • Appendix 9: Plant Protection Permit to Import: Compliance Agreement
  • Appendix 10: Audit Schedule of Establishments that Import Bulk Potatoes subject to "Compliance Agreement"

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Review

This directive will be reviewed every 5 years unless otherwise needed. The next review date for this directive is February 26, 2014. The contact for this directive is Joanne Rousson. For further information or clarification, please contact Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).

Endorsement

Approved by:

Chief Plant Health Officer

Amendment Record

Amendments to this directive will be dated and distributed as outlined in the distribution below.

Distribution

1. Directive mail list (Regions, PHRA, USDA)
2. Provincial Government, Industry (via Regions or the Program Network)
3. National Industry Organizations (Canadian Produce Marketing Association, Canadian Horticulture Council)
4. Internet

Introduction

Potatoes are an important crop in Canada, with 2005 farm cash receipts from potatoes of about $777 million. The introduction and spread of pests could result in substantial costs for eradication or control, lead to increased costs including use of chemical control, and jeopardize export markets.

Note that potatoes are also regulated under the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Regulations, which prescribe health and safety, packaging, labelling and quality (grade) standards including soil tolerances. In most cases, imported load of potatoes must be inspected and certified as meeting the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Regulations. Plant Protection Import policy for potatoes when possible relies on Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Inspection Certificates and grade standards, because these regulatory mechanisms are already in place and can serve as tools to set maximum soil tolerances for plant protection needs.

Scope

This directive provides detailed information to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), Canadian importers, foreign exporters, international trade specialists, national plant protection organizations (NPPO) and the general public, on requirements that have to be met in order to import potatoes, potato parts and potato by-products into Canada.

This directive supersedes D-96-05 (7^th Revision).

Definitions, Abbreviations and Acronyms

Definitions for terms used in the present document can be found in the Plant Health Glossary of Terms.

1.0 General Requirements

1.1 Legislative Authority

The Plant Protection Act, S.C. 1990, c. 22
The Plant Protection Regulations, SOR/95-212
Canadian Food Inspection Agency Fees Notice, Canada Gazette, Part 1 (05/13/2000)
Fresh Fruits and Vegetable Regulations, SOR/95-475, S2

1.2 Fees

The CFIA is charging fees in accordance with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency Fees Notice. For information regarding fees associated with imported product, please contact the Import Service Centres (ISC) at the following phone numbers: Eastern ISC 1-877-493-0468; Central ISC 1-800-835-4486; Western ISC 1-888-732-6222. Anyone requiring other information regarding fees may contact any local CFIA office or Canadian Food Inspection Agency Fees Notice website.

1.3 Regulated pests

See Appendix 2 for a complete list of quarantine pests for potatoes and associated soil.

The following pests of Appendix 2 are known to occur in the continental U.S. and are regulated under this directive:

• Columbia root knot nematode (Meloidogyne chitwoodi)
• Golden nematode (Globodera rostochiensis)
• Pale cyst nematode (Globodera pallida)
• Potato rot nematode (Ditylenchus destructor)
• Soybean cyst nematode (Heterodera glycines)

1.4 Regulated Commodities

Packaged and bulk potatoes, potato parts and potato by-products for processing, packaging/repackaging, for human and/or animal consumption; and associated soil.

Import requirements for seed potatoes, true seed, and plant parts for propagation are outlined in a separate directive (D-98-01).

1.5 Commodities Exempt

Processed and frozen potatoes are not regulated (e.g. frozen French fries, canned potatoes, potato chips, potato flakes, potato starch).

1.6 Regulated Areas

• All countries
  
• Continental U.S.: Appendices 3 to 5 summarize the regulated pests found in the different states of the continental U.S. Appendix 3 groups states according to their pest status; Appendix 4 shows the same information on a map; Appendix 5 lists all the states (excluding Hawaii and Puerto Rico), indicating which regulated pests have been reported for each state.
  
• Hawaii and Puerto Rico

2.0 Specific Requirements

Note: Province of Newfoundland: all purple and blue skinned potato varieties susceptible to potato wart disease (Synchytrium endobioticum) are PROHIBITED entry into Newfoundland; the following are some potato wart resistant varieties which can be imported: AC Blue Pride, AC Domino, Blue Mac and Brigus. Moreover, potatoes shipped to that province must be free of Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata).

2.1 Import Requirements for all locations (countries or states) other than the continental U.S.

Potatoes, potato parts and potato by-products from locations other than the continental U.S. are prohibited unless imported under a Plant Protection Permit to Import issued in accordance with the Plant Protection Regulations, subject to conditions determined by a comprehensive pest risk analysis.

2.2 Import Requirements for the continental U.S.

2.2.1 General

To further enhance the capability for trace-back of identified problems, and to ensure that potatoes are properly regulated according to the phytosanitary status of the area where the potatoes were grown, certification of the state of origin is mandatory for all potatoes from all U.S. states. The certification of the state of origin is the responsibility of the USDA and the statement of origin must appear on official USDA documents.

Exceptions: The import of 4.0 kg (10 lbs) or less per conveyance of packaged potatoes for human consumption is permitted when commercially packaged and labelled as meeting U.S. no.1 grade. The certification of state of origin is not required and no other import requirements apply.

A Plant Protection Permit to Import is required to import potato parts or potato by- products. Since this commodity may originate from more than one state and because the import is exempt under the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Regulations, a Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations (FV-205) and certification of state of origin is not required. However, applicant must indicate on the Application for Permit to Import from which State the potatoes will be imported and this information will then appear on the Permit to Import.

General Requirements under the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Regulations

The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Regulations set out grade standards for potatoes including soil (cleanliness) tolerances. Usually, potatoes imported from the U.S. have to meet the "U.S. No. 1" grade standard. Cleanliness requirements associated with this grade reduces the risk associated with soil. The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Regulations also prescribe inspection and certification requirements. The CFIA has an agreement with the USDA, in which USDA inspectors can inspect and certify U.S. grown potatoes as meeting the Canadian Fresh Fruit and Vegetable import requirements. As proof that the U.S. potatoes meet the Canadian Fresh Fruit and Vegetable import requirements, USDA inspectors must issue a USDA "Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations". (FV-205)

With the exception of potatoes parts and potato by-products, all imported shipments of bulk potatoes from the U.S. require a USDA "Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations" (Form FV-205; see Appendix 7). State of origin must be indicated on this form or other USDA documentation. U.S. packed potatoes may enter Canada with a U.S. FV 205 inspection certificate or may be inspected at a Canadian destination. If the inspection at a Canadian destination by the CFIA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable inspector shows that the potatoes do not meet the standard for cleanliness, external or internal defects, the CFIA district office must be informed so that intended corrective measures do not pose a risk of introduction of a pest.

Under the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Regulations, bulk potatoes must be imported under a Ministerial Exemption, issued by the Food of Plant Origin Division.

On all shipments the Ministerial Exemption number should be marked on the USDA "Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations" (See Appendix 7).

For more information regarding these ministerial exemptions, contact the local CFIA office.

2.2.1.1 Import Requirements for Non Regulated States and Non-Regulated Areas of New York State (New York State is regulated for golden nematode)

Packaged potatoes and bulk potatoes imported from States where no regulated pests and/or from non-regulated areas of New York State can be imported without any specific import documentation other than certification of State of origin and USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations (see Appendices 3 and 4 for information listed by individual State or Appendix 5 for information summarized for all States).

Summary of documentation required:

• A United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations.
• USDA documentation that certifies the State of origin (this could be included on the above noted USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations)

All other U.S. States are regulated because of the occurrence of one or more regulated soil or tuber-borne pest. For a summary of the requirements see Appendix 6.

2.2.2 Packaged Potatoes from the U.S.

Packaged potatoes are defined as follows: packed in standard packages accepted by the Food of Plant Origin Division (usually 45.4 kg /100 lbs or less); other packages (more than 45.4 kg / 100 lbs) will be considered bulk potatoes.

Exceptions: The import of 4.0 kg (10 lbs) or less per conveyance of packaged potatoes is permitted when commercially packaged and labelled as meeting U.S. No. 1 grade. The certification of State of origin is not required and no other import requirements apply.

2.2.2.1 Packaged Potatoes from Soybean Cyst Nematode Regulated U.S. States

Potatoes from non-infested and infested areas within a regulated State can be imported into Canada. Potatoes must meet "U.S. No. 1" grade table stock as assurance of soil cleanliness; this is considered an acceptable level of risk.

Summary of documentation required:

• A USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations¹.
• USDA documentation that certifies the State of origin (this could be included on the above noted USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations)

2.2.2.2 Packaged Potatoes from Columbia Root Knot Nematode and/or Potato Rot Nematode Regulated U.S. States and all areas of Idaho except those areas regulated for Potato Cyst Nematode

Potatoes from both infested and non-infested areas within these regulated States can be imported into Canada provided proper measures are followed. The risk associated to the introduction of soil is mitigated through the "U.S. No. 1" grade requirement.

To mitigate the risk associated with the presence of infected tubers, potatoes must be treated with a sprout inhibitor² to reduce the risk of planting infected tubers in Canadian soils. New potatoes packed within one month of harvest in containers of 50 lbs or less will be exempt from this treatment. This exemption is based on the premise that dormant potatoes, graded and packed early after harvest, are not suitable for immediate planting, and unlikely to be suitable for later planting because, not being completely hardened during handling, they are susceptible to bruising and not suitable for long term storage.

One of the following statements must appear on the accompanying documents:

• "Based on documentation, the potatoes of this shipment were treated with a sprout inhibitor." or
• "Based on documentation, the potatoes of this shipment were packed in containers of 22.7 kg / 50 lbs or less within one month of harvest"

The statement can appear on any accompanying official documents issued by the USDA (USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations, FV205; USDA Federal - State Certificate of Inspection, FV184; official letter with USDA letterhead).

The requirement for sprout inhibition and/or a declaration are waived if a federal Phytosanitary Certificate can be obtained, with the following Additional Declaration:

"Potatoes were grown in an area free of the Columbia root knot nematode (Meloidogyne chitwoodi) and/or potato rot nematode (Ditylenchus destructor). This declaration is made on the basis of official soil surveys" (nematodes specified depend on the exporting state, see Appendix 5).

Summary of documentation required:

• A USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations.³
• USDA documentation that certifies the State of origin (this could be included on the above noted USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations).
• Plus either (a) or (b) as follows:
  1. A proof of a sprout inhibition treatment or proof that the potatoes were packed in containers of 22.7 kg / 50 lbs or less, within one month of harvest, on official documents issued by the USDA, or
  2. A Phytosanitary Certificate with the appropriate additional declaration.

2.2.2.3 Packaged Potatoes from Potato Cyst Nematode Regulated Areas of the States of Idaho and New York

Potatoes from the States of New York and Idaho, from outside potato cyst nematode regulated areas, can be imported without specific import documentation related to golden nematode or pale cyst nematode (see 2.2.1.1 and 2.2.2.2).

The import of potatoes from a positive field of a potato cyst nematode regulated area is prohibited. The import of potatoes is only permissible if the potatoes originate from a field that did not test positive for potato cyst nematode. Potatoes must be washed free of soil and packaged in an National Plant Protection Organization approved facility.

Summary of documentation required:

• A USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations.³
• USDA documentation that certifies the State of origin (this could be included on the above noted USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations)
• A Permit to Import
• A Phytosanitary Certificate with the appropriate additional declaration.

For Potatoes from the state of New-York, the additional declaration on the phytosanitary certificate for potatoes is as follows:

"The potatoes in this shipment have been washed and commercially packed in a USDA approved facility."

For Potatoes from the State of Idaho, the additional declaration on the phytosanitary certificate for potatoes is as follows:

"The potatoes in this shipment have been washed and commercially packed in a USDA approved facility and were grown in an area free of Columbia root knot nematode (Meloidogyne chitwoodi) and potato rot nematode (Ditylenchus destructor). This declaration is made on the basis of official soil surveys"

2.2.3 Bulk Potatoes from the U.S. (for processing and/or repacking)

Under the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Regulations, bulk potatoes must be imported under a Ministerial Exemption, issued by the Food of Plant Origin Division.

On all shipments the Ministerial Exemption number should be marked on the USDA "Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations" (FV205, See Appendix 7). The certificate must also indicate the State of origin.

In addition, a "Vehicle Cleanliness Certificate" (see Appendix 8) must be issued for the transport vehicle attesting to its cleanliness, if the potatoes are shipped in bulk and originated from a regulated State; this requirement can be waived if a Phytosanitary Certificate attesting that the potatoes were grown in a non-infested area can be obtained.

The following statement must appear on the "Vehicle Cleanliness Certificate":

• "The carrier meets Canadian Plant Health cleanliness requirements".
• It should be based on one of the following (a or b):
  1. Cleanliness as a result of the absence of soil and dirt, as might be the case when a vehicle does not enter a field for loading; or
  2. High-pressure washing of the entire vehicle assembly, including wheels and undercarriage.

2.2.3.1 Bulk Potatoes from Soybean Cyst Nematode Regulated States:

Potatoes from non-infested and infested areas within the state are allowed to be imported into Canada provided proper measures are followed. Requirements presented below apply to potatoes grown in a regulated state; these can be waived anytime if a Phytosanitary Certificate can be presented declaring that the potatoes were grown in a non-infested area of the regulated state.

2.2.3.1.1 Bulk Washed Potatoes from Soybean Cyst Nematode Regulated States (free of soil)

In order to be considered as washed potatoes, the following statement must appear on the USDA "Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations": "The potatoes in this shipment have been washed".

In the event that this statement would not appear on the USDA "Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations", requirements for the import of unwashed potatoes would apply.

In the case of washed potatoes, only the soil adhering to the vehicle is regulated: a "Vehicle Cleanliness Certificate" (see Appendix 8) is required; this requirement may be waived if a Phytosanitary Certificate can be obtained from the USDA or State phytosanitary officials, with the following Additional Declaration: "Potatoes were grown in an area free of the soybean cyst nematode, (Heterodera glycines); this declaration is made on the basis of official soil surveys".

Summary of documentation required:

• A USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations with the Ministerial Exemption number marked on it and with the special attestation for washed potatoes.
• USDA documentation that certifies the State of origin (this could be included on the above noted USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations).
• Plus either (a) or (b) as follows:
  1. A "Vehicle Cleanliness Certificate";
  2. A Phytosanitary Certificate with the appropriate additional declaration.

2.2.3.1.2 Bulk Unwashed Potatoes from Soybean Cyst Nematode Regulated States

In the case of unwashed potatoes, the soil adhering to the potatoes and to the vehicle is regulated. The following are required: a Permit to Import issued under the Plant Protection Regulations (section 43); a signed "Compliance Agreement" form (see Appendix 9) prior to the issuance of the Permit to Import; and a "Vehicle Cleanliness Certificate" (see Appendix 8). These requirements can be waived if a phytosanitary certificate can be obtained from the USDA or State phytosanitary officials, with the following additional declaration:

"Potatoes were grown in an area free of the soybean cyst nematode, (Heterodera glycines); this declaration is made on the basis of official soil surveys".

When a Phytosanitary Certificate cannot be obtained, the process is as follows: prior to the issuance of a Permit to Import, the importer's facility must be inspected by an inspector designated under the Plant Protection Act. The Permit to Import will be issued if the importing establishment has facilities for safe disposal of soil, culls, and wash water, and the importer has signed the "Compliance Agreement" form (see Appendix 9). The importing facility must be inspected for compliance with import conditions, as directed in the audit schedule (see Appendix 10).

Summary of documentation required:

• A USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations, with the Ministerial Exemption number marked on it.
• USDA documentation that certifies the State of origin (this could be included on the above noted USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations).
• Plus either (a) or (b) as follows:
  1. An approved "Compliance agreement", An import permit, and A "Vehicle Cleanliness Certificate"; 
  2. A phytosanitary certificate with the appropriate additional declaration.

2.2.3.1.3 Emergency exemptions for Bulk Unwashed potatoes (for processing only) from Soybean Cyst Nematode Regulated States

In the event of wet weather and wet soil conditions during harvest in potato-producing States, it becomes difficult for the importer to obtain potatoes that meet the U.S. No. 1 grade standard for cleanliness. Consideration for emergency exemption from meeting the "U.S. No. 1" grade standards for cleanliness will be given on a case-by-case basis for specified quantities of potatoes which do not meet the cleanliness standard.

Emergency exemptions are issued only for processing potatoes, not for potatoes destined for repacking.

For emergency exemptions, a committee of State inspectors, under the auspices of the USDA/APHIS/PPQ, will assess planned shipments and request that potatoes lower than "U.S. No. 1" grade standards for cleanliness be allowed into Canada. Immediately prior to shipping, this committee will advise the CFIA of the volumes, the identity of the transport vehicles, and of the dates of shipment and destinations.

Shipments must be accompanied by a USDA "Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations" attesting the following:

• "As sanctioned by the official Potato Emergency Movement Committee, this shipment is exempt from the U.S. No. 1 grade standard for cleanliness because of wet weather conditions." AND
• certification of the State of origin

The same requirements as those for other unwashed potatoes imported under a ministerial exemption apply.

Summary of documentation required:

• A USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations with the Ministerial Exemption number marked on it, and with the special attestation for Emergency Exemptions.
• USDA documentation that certifies the State of origin (this could be included on the above noted USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations).
• Plus either (a) or (b) as follows:
  1. An approved "Compliance agreement", An import permit, and A "Vehicle Cleanliness Certificate"; 
  2. A phytosanitary certificate with the appropriate additional declaration.

2.2.3.2 Bulk Potatoes from Columbia Root Knot Nematode and/or Potato Rot Nematode Regulated States and all areas of Idaho that are NOT regulated for Potato Cyst Nematode - Washed or unwashed potatoes (could also include a state regulated for SCN if the state also has CRKN and/or PRN.

Since potato tubers can harbour Columbia root knot nematode and/or potato rot nematode eggs, potato washing is insufficient to prevent the spread of these pests. Therefore, the approach is different from that taken for soybean cyst nematode control. The potatoes and associated soil are regulated.

Bulk potatoes from non-infested and infested areas within the state are allowed to be imported into Canada provided proper measures are followed. These requirements can be waived anytime if a phytosanitary certificate can be presented declaring that the potatoes originate from a non-infested area of the regulated state.

The following is required: a Permit to Import issued under the Plant Protection Regulations (section 43); an approved Compliance Agreement (see Appendix 9 for details) prior to the issuance of the Permit to Import; and a "Vehicle Cleanliness Certificate" (see Appendix 8). In addition, to reduce the risk associated with the presence of infected tubers, potatoes must be certified as having been treated with a sprout inhibitor⁴; this treatment is not required for processing potatoes, only for potatoes for repacking.

The following statement must appear on the accompanying documents:

• "Based on documentation the potatoes of this shipment were treated with a sprout inhibitor."

The statement can appear on any accompanying official documents issued by the USDA (e.g. USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations, etc.)

All these requirements can be waived if a phytosanitary certificate can be obtained from the USDA or state phytosanitary officials, with the following additional declaration:

• "Potatoes were grown in an area free of the Columbia root knot nematode (Meloidogyne chitwoodi) and/or potato rot nematode (Ditylenchus destructor) and/or soybean cyst nematode (Heterodera glycines; this declaration is made on the basis of official soil surveys" (as applicable depending on the exporting State see Appendix 3).

Washed or unwashed potatoes - documentation required:

• A USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations, with the Ministerial Exemption number marked on it.
• USDA documentation that certifies the State of origin (this could be included on the above noted USDA Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations).
• Plus either (a) or (b) as follows:
  1. An approved "Compliance agreement", A Permit to Import, and A "Vehicle Cleanliness Certificate";
  2. A phytosanitary certificate with the appropriate additional declaration.

2.2.3.3 Bulk Potatoes from Potato Cyst Nematode Regulated Areas of the States of Idaho and New York

The import of bulk potatoes from Potato Cyst Nematode regulated areas is prohibited.

2.3 Inspection Requirements

All shipments are referred to CFIA for permission to release by CBSA; a fee will be charged according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency Fees Notice.

2.4 Non-Compliance

Shipments not meeting Canadian phytosanitary import requirements will be refused entry. Notifications of non-compliance will be issued in accordance with D-01-06, Canadian Phytosanitary Policy for the Notification of non-compliance and emergency action. A Permit to Import potatoes will be revoked if a phytosanitary inspection of the facility reveals that the "Compliance Agreement" requirements are not met, and the importer is unwilling or unable to comply. Disposal (processing, feeding to animals or burial) of any remaining imported potatoes and clean up of the facility shall be performed under a Plant Protection inspector's supervision at the importer's expanse.

3.0 Appendices

• Appendix 1: Documents superseded by this Directive
• Appendix 2: Pests of quarantine concern to Canada for potatoes and associated soil
• Appendix 3: List of Regulated U.S. States, by Pests Status
• Appendix 4: Map showing Distribution of Nematode Pests by State
• Appendix 5: List of U.S. States and Regulated Pests Found
• Appendix 6: Summary of the Requirements for Importation of Potatoes for consumption from the U.S.
• Appendix 7: Example of a "Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations"
• Appendix 8: Example of a "Vehicle Cleanliness Certificate" (PPQ Form 540)
• Appendix 9: Plant Protection Permit to Import: Compliance Agreement
• Appendix 10: Audit Schedule of establishments that Import Bulk Potatoes subject to "Compliance Agreement"

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Appendix 1

Documents Superseded by this Directive

Memorandum, Vehicle Cleanliness Requirements for the Importation of Potatoes for Processing from the U.S. Soybean Cyst Nematode Infested Areas (States of North and South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia and Florida), dated 16/01/90.

D-90-11, Importation of Bulk Potatoes for Processing from areas of the United States regulated for soybean cyst nematode (Heterodera glycines), dated 11/05/90.

D-93-08, Import Restrictions related to PVYⁿ for processing potatoes from Florida - amendment, dated 05/05/93.

Information letter: Notice to Importer (L51/95-04-11), Plant Protection Requirements: Importation of Bulk Potatoes for Processing from the United States Where Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN) is Present, dated 11/04/95.

Quarantine Directive No. 81-02, Regulations governing the entry of seed and table stock potatoes and related matter capable of transmitting the Columbia Root Knot Nematode (Meloidogyne chitwoodi) from areas of U.S. where this plant pest is known to occur, dated 01/12/81.

Memorandum, "Please replace pages 5 and 6 of Quarantine Directive 81-02 of December 1, 1981 with enclosed amended pages and add appendix A to that same", dated 02/06/83.

D-87-06, Amendments to Quarantine Directive No. 81-02, Dec. 1, 1981 and No. 82-01, Feb. 1, 1982- Columbia Root Knot Nematode (Meloidogyne chitwoodi), dated 13/01/87.

T-93-02, Trade Memorandum Issued by the Plant Protection Division Common/Irish Potato, dated 02/04/93.

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Appendix 2

Pests of Quarantine Concern to Canada for Potatoes and Associated Soil

Viruses

Andean potato latent virus (APLV)
Andean potato mottle virus (APMoV)
Arracacha virus B - Oca strain (AVB-O)
Beet curly top virus (BCTV)
Potato deforming mosaic virus (Brazil) (PDMV)
Potato virus T (PVT)
Potato virus U (PVU)
Potato virus V (PVV)
Potato virus Y - strains Y^C,Y^N and Y^NTN (PVY^C, PVY^N and PVY^NTN)
Potato yellow vein virus (PYVV)
Potato yellowing virus (PYV)
Tobacco ringspot virus - calico strain (TRSV-Ca), a stain of Potato Black Ringspot Virus (PBRSV)
Tomato black ring virus - Beet ringspot strain (TBRV)

Bacteria

Brown rot (Ralstonia solanacearum (Smith) Yabuuchi et al., race 3 (biovar 2))

Nematodes

• Columbia root knot nematode (Meloidogyne chitwoodi Golden et al., 1980)
• Potato rot nematode (Ditylenchus destructor, Thorne)
• Stem and bulb nematode (potato race) (Ditylenchus dipsaci (Kuhn) Filipjev)
• Pale cyst nematodes
  • Golden nematode (Globodera rostochiensis (Wollenweber) Behrens)
  • Pale cyst nematode (Globodera pallida (Stone) Behrens)
• Soybean cyst nematode (Heterodera glycines)

Fungi

Potato gangrene (Phoma exigua Desmazieres var. foveata (Foister) Boerema)
Potato wart disease (Synchytrium endobioticum (Schilbersky) Percival)

Note: This list may not be exhaustive. Also it is subject to change as circumstances dictate and as new pest information becomes available.

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Appendix 3

Lists of Regulated U.S. States, by Pest Status

States where no regulated pests are found:

• Alaska
• Arizona
• Connecticut
• District of Columbia
• Maine
• Massachusetts
• Montana
• New Hampshire
• Rhode Island
• Vermont
• Wyoming

States where Soybean Cyst Nematode (Heterodera glycines) occurs:

States where Columbia Root Knot Nematode (Meloidogyne chitwoodi) occurs:

• California
• Colorado
• Idaho
• Nevada
• New Mexico
• Oregon
• Texas
• Utah
• Virginia
• Washington

States where Potato rot nematode (Ditylenchus destructor) occurs:

• Arkansas
• California
• Idaho
• Indiana
• New Jersey
• Oregon
• South Carolina
• Virginia
• Washington
• West Virginia
• Wisconsin

State where golden nematode (Globodera rostochiensis) occurs:

• New York

State where Pale cyst nematode (Globodera pallida) occurs:

• Idaho

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Appendix 4

Map showing distribution of Nematode Pests by State

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Appendix 5

List of U.S. States and Regulated Pests Found

States	Abr	Pests Present (PCN)	Pests Present (CRKN)	Pests Present (PRN)	Pests Present (SCN)	Group*
Alabama	AL				X	2
Alaska	AK					1
Arizona	AZ					1
Arkansas	AR			X	X	3
California	CA		X	X		3
Colorado	CO		X			3
Connecticut	CT					1
Delaware	DE				X	2
District of Columbia	DC					1
Florida	FL				X	2
Georgia	GA				X	2
Idaho	ID	X	X	X		3 & 4
Illinois	IL				X	2
Indiana	IN			X	X	3
Iowa	IA				X	2
Kansas	KS				X	2
Kentucky	KY				X	2
Louisiana	LA				X	2
Maine	ME					1
Maryland	MD				X	2
Massachusetts	MA					1
Michigan	MI				X	2
Minnesota	MN				X	2
Mississippi	MS				X	2
Missouri	MO				X	2
Montana	MT					1
Nebraska	NE				X	2
Nevada	NV		X			3
New Hampshire	NH					1
New Jersey	NJ			X	X	3
New Mexico	NM		X			3
New York	NY	X				1 & 4
North Carolina	NC				X	2
North Dakota	ND				X	2
Ohio	OH				X	2
Oklahoma	OK				X	2
Oregon	OR		X	X		3
Pennsylvania	PA				X	2
Rhode Island	RI					1
South Carolina	SC			X	X	3
South Dakota	SD				X	2
Tennessee	TN				X	2
Texas	TX		X		X	3
Utah	UT		X			3
Vermont	VT					1
Virginia	VA		X	X	X	3
Washington	WA		X	X		3
West Virginia	WV			X		3
Wisconsin	WI			X	X	3
Wyoming	WY					1

SCN = Soybean Cyst Nematode
PRN = Potato Rot Nematode
CRKN = Columbia Root Knot Nematode
PCN = Potato Cyst Nematode (Golden Nematode and/or Pale Cyst Nematode)

*Groups: 1) None; 2) SCN only; 3) CRKN and/or PRN, with or without SCN; 4) PCN Regulated areas

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Appendix 6

Summary of the Requirements for Importation of Potatoes from the U.S.

How to use the Appendix 6 table:

Step 1: Use the list (appendix 5) or the map (appendix 4) to find the pest status (group) of the State where the potatoes were grown.

Step 2: Use the Appendix 6 table to find a summary of the requirements. A phytosanitary certificate with the appropriate declaration (see References) can often satisfy and be used in lieu of the other Plant Protection documentation requirements.

Notes (references from Appendix 6 summary table):

1. Packed in standard packages accepted by the Food of Plant Origin Division (usually 45.4 kg / 100 lbs or less); other packages (over 45.4 kg / 100 lbs) should be considered as bulk potatoes.
2. All bulk potatoes are imported under a "Ministerial Exemption"(ME); the ME number must be marked on the USDA certificate.
3. A "Yes" followed with a "+" means that a special declaration is required on the document; "++" means 2 declarations may be needed (for details, see the specific sub-section indicated on the last column).
4. Potatoes must be washed and meet the U.S. No. 1 standard for defects (only U.S. No. 1 potatoes can be imported for repacking following present Food of Plant Origin Division requirements).
5. If the USDA certificate of inspection is not present, a CFIA Fresh Fruit & Vegetables inspector must be contacted for an inspection at a Canadian destination.
6. Certification of the State of origin: To further enhance the capability for trace-back of identified problems, and to ensure that potatoes are properly regulated according to the phytosanitary status of the area where they were grown, certification of the State of origin has been added to the current import requirements for all potatoes from all U.S. States. The certification of the State of origin is the responsibility of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the statement of the State of origin must appear on official USDA documents.
7. Proof of sprout inhibition. Exemptions will be made for packaged potatoes 22.7 kg / 50 lbs or less, packaged within one month of harvest.
8. In order to be considered as washed potatoes, the following statement must appear on the USDA "Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations": "The potatoes in this shipment have been washed". In the event that this statement would not appear on the USDA "Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations", requirements for the import of unwashed potatoes would apply.

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Appendix 6A

Summary of the requirements for importation of potatoes from the United States

• All areas excluding potato cyst nematode regulated areas.

See Appendix 6B for areas regulated for potato cyst nematode.

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Appendix 6B

Summary of the requirements for importation of potatoes from the United States

• Potato cyst nematode regulated areas.

See Appendix 6A for non-regulated areas and states regulated for other nematodes.

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Appendix 7

Certificate of Inspection for Canadian Destinations

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Appendix 8

Example of a Vehicle cleanliness certificate (PPQ Form 540)

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Appendix 9

Plant Protection Permit to Import: Compliance Agreement

Where Plant Protection Permit to Import is required prior to importation, issuance of the permit will be based on the capability of the importing firm to comply with the following:

1. The importing plant must possess equipment suitable for cleaning and decontamination.
2. All water from potato washers and peelers, and water from cleaning transport vehicles, must be discharged into a municipal or other approved sewage treatment system or other approved discharge system. (The system must preclude risks of nematodes entering water supply that could be used for field irrigation).
3. Soil and sweepings, culls and peelings associated with shipments from soybean cyst nematode, Columbia root knot nematode, potato rot nematode, golden nematode or pale cyst nematode infested States must be transported in leak-proof boxes to an approved landfill site or disposed of in an approved manner.
4. Storage bins used for holding the imported potatoes must be swept and cleaned after use. Soil and cleaning water must be disposed of in an approved fashion.
5. Soil from the trucks must be pressure washed clean and wash water disposed of in an approved manner, after each shipment.
6. Each facility must maintain a log for each load received, including the State of origin.
7. A protocol outlining the imports, cleaning and disposal procedures will be signed by the importing plant's representative and an inspector designated under the Plant Protection Act. The document shall be submitted to the Permit to Import office with the application for a Permit to Import.

A suggested format is attached which may be used as a guide for the information that should be included in the agreement.

See also D-95-26.

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Compliance Agreement, Bulk Potatoes for Repackaging and Processing from a U.S. State Regulated for Potato Rot Nematode and/or Columbia Root Knot Nematode and/or Soybean Cyst Nematode and Areas of Idaho that are not Regulated for Potato Cyst Nematode

1. Name and Mailing Address of Importer
2. Location of plant
3. Anticipated Sources (States), volume (truck loads), and period of importation.
4. Specific conditions of entry to be followed:
   1. Wash water disposal procedure and location
   2. Repacking only

      Does the importer have the facilities to wash the potatoes free of soil if required?

      YES NO

      Only graded potatoes that meet Canada no. 1 for cleanliness, or better, will be imported to a facility without potato washing capabilities.

   3. Peel and cull disposal procedure and location
   4. Soil, sweepings disposal and location
   5. Truck decontamination procedures and locations (the permit holder is responsible for seeing that trucks are decontaminated)
5. After the last shipment of the importing season, storage bins used for holding the imported potatoes must be swept and cleaned. Soil and cleaning water must be disposed of in an approved fashion.
6. A company is required to maintain an accurate record of the State of origin and the number of loads received and processed. No diversion to any other plant is permitted without the approval of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.

Further, I am and shall be responsible for and shall indemnify and save harmless Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, including the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Her Officers, Servants, Employees, Successors and Assignees, from and against all manners of actions, causes of action, claims, demands, loss, costs, damages, actions or other proceedings by whomsoever made, sustained, brought or prosecuted in any manner based upon, caused by, arising out of, attributable to or with respect to any failure, inadvertent or otherwise, by act or omission, to fully comply with the said conditions and requirements.

Appendix 10

Audit Schedule of Establishments that Import Bulk Potatoes Subject to Compliance Agreements

Background:

Processing plants and packing plants that import unwashed potatoes from U.S. counties infested with soybean cyst nematode or potatoes from States infested with Columbia root knot nematode and/or potato rot nematode or areas of Idaho that are NOT regulated for Potato Cyst Nematode must do so under a Plant Protection Permit to Import and must adhere to conditions for import. Verification, that the import conditions are being met, is made by Plant Protection Inspectors who monitor the importing facility.

Frequency Adjustments:

Two levels of frequency of establishment inspection during the shipping season are listed below. The minimum level is first used. If non compliances with the signed "Compliance Agreement" form are found during an establishment inspection, or if any other problems are suspected, the intensive level must be applied. After at least three successive establishment inspections have clearly shown that problems are resolved, the frequency should be reduced back to the minimum schedule (one inspection during the shipping season and one final inspection). Where import conditions cannot be met, the Plant Protection Permit to Import must be revoked.

Where potatoes are imported under emergency exemptions (where grade standards for soil cleanliness cannot be met), the frequency of audit should again be increased until it is established that the importer can manage the additional soil load.

Final Establishment inspection:

When importing season is over, the plant should be inspected to verify that proper cleanup and disinfection have been carried out in handling equipment in the unloading area and in holding bins and potato storage bins that were used for the imported potatoes.

Audit Schedules During the Shipping Season:

A. Minimum schedule

One establishment inspection at the time of the first truckload of the season and one other inspection (selected randomly) after approximately 10 loads or four weeks of import must be conducted.

B. Intensive schedule

a) Where plant imports 15 loads or less per import season.

First four weeks

One establishment inspection at the time of the first truckload after the beginning of the intensive schedule, and one other inspection (selected randomly) should be conducted (total of 2 inspections in the first 4 weeks).

Subsequent weeks

For each subsequent four week period, one inspection (selected randomly) should be conducted.

b) Where plant imports 16 to 100 loads per import season

First four weeks

One establishment inspection at the time of the first truckload after the beginning of the intensive schedule, and two other inspections (selected randomly) should be conducted (total of 3 inspections in the first 4 weeks).

Subsequent weeks

For each subsequent four week period, two inspections (selected randomly) should be conducted.

c) Where plant imports more than 100 loads per import season

For each four week period, 3 inspections should be conducted. The first establishment inspection should be conducted with the first truckload imported after the beginning of the intensive schedule.

Note: Number of loads refers to the number of loads imported from regulated States.

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Footnotes:

1. If the USDA document is not present, the CFIA Fresh Fruits and Vegetable Inspection section must be contacted for an inspection at a Canadian destination (see section 2.2.1 for more details).
2. Canadian registered sprout inhibitors: Chlorpropham (CIPC), and Maleic Hydrazide (MH).
3. If the USDA document is not present, the CFIA Fresh Fruits and Vegetable Inspection section must be contacted for an inspection at a Canadian destination (see section 2.2.1 for more details).
4. Canadian registered sprout inhibitors: Chlorpropham (CIPC), and Maleic Hydrazide (MH)