SDA/MAPA ORDINANCE No. 1.162, of 14 August 2024 - Establishes the phytosanitary requirements for the import of geranium propagation material (Pelargonuim spp.) of any origin

The phytosanitary requirements for the import of propagating material (Category 4) of geranium (Pelargonium spp.), of any origin, are established.For cuttings of Pelargonium hortorum from Italy and Pelargonium peltatum and Pelargonium zonale from Germany, a period of 180 days is granted for the National Plant Protection Organizations (NPPOs) of the countries of origin to adapt their procedures to apply the requirements set out in this Ordinance.For seeds of Pelargonium hortorum from the United States of America, France and the Netherlands and Pelargonium zonale from the United Kingdom, a period of 180 days is granted for the National Plant Protection Organizations (NPPOs) of the countries of origin to adapt their procedures to apply the requirements set out in this Ordinance.