Publication of the Invasive Plants Policy Directive D-12-01

The Invasive Plants Directive (D-12-01), "Phytosanitary requirements to prevent the introduction and establishment of plants regulated as pests in Canada" is now posted on the CFIA website. D-12-01 clarifies the policy to prevent or limit the importation and the domestic spread of plants considered as pests (i.e., weeds). It explains the invasive plants policy, lists the plants considered to be regulated pests, and indicates that these plants are prohibited from entry to Canada. As new invasive plants are assessed, they will also be added to this Directive. It should be noted that all the prohibited invasive plants listed in the Directive have, in fact, been regulated through the Automated Import Reference System (AIRS) on the CFIA website since 2011 and will be added to the List of Pests Regulated by Canada shortly. Pathway specific directives for relevant species will be developed separately and as appropriate. If you have questions on this Directive please email the Invasi  ve Alien Species and Domestic Programs Section at CFIA-IAS_ACIA-EEE@inspection.gc.ca
 
D-12-01 is available on the CFIA web site at:
http://www.inspection.gc.ca/eng/1380720513797/1380721302921