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16 Jul 24 Protocols & Movement Controls

Mature plant movements

Winter is the time when growers look to replace plants on their orchards or plant new blocks. This article is a reminder that if these plants are being moved between properties there are biosecurity requirements that must be met to reduce the likelihood of spreading pests and diseases, including Psa.

These requirements also provide the best chance of a successful response if a new organism was detected in our industry.

While most kiwifruit plant movements come from nurseries, growers may occasionally move mature plants between orchards. The movement of any plants are a risk pathway, and it is important for growers to understand what’s required under the Pathway Plan, as outlined below.

What does this mean for you?

  • If you are taking mature plants from your own orchard for use on that same orchard there are no requirements under the Pathway Plan.
  • If you are moving orchard plants from your orchard to another orchard, or source orchard plants from someone else, you need to ensure that you are meeting the requirements of the Pathway Plan – by being Kiwifruit Plant Certification Scheme (KPCS) certified for example.
  • If you are a Psa non-detected supplier, you will need to complete a Psa test.
  • It isn’t onerous to become certified as an orchard plant supplier and there are no costs (unless diagnostic testing is required). The new Pathway Plan requirements are very similar to existing protocols. They do require planning in advance to ensure monitoring can occur while vines have leaves and are in active growth.

More information about orchard plant movement information, including the KPCS manual and supporting documents, is available here.

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