Consultative Processes

 

This page contains discussion papers and consultative efforts by  external groups such as the CFIA. It is updated regulatory to ensure that CSTA  members have access to all of the consultative processes and have the opportunity to make input.

Soybean Cyst Nematode – Risk Management Discussion Document – The CFIA is  proposing the de-regulation of Heterodera glycines, the soybean cyst nematode.  A consultation process was undertaken on a risk management document earlier in 2011. Find the CFIA risk management document in English and in French.  You can findCSTA’s comments on the proposal here.
Some concerns were raised during the consultation period, and CFIA has responded with a set of Questions and Answers, designed to address the concerns.  You can find them here in English and in French.    If you wish to respond to these documents, the instructions for doing so are included in the CFIA letter which can be found here in English and in French.

Soybean Field Inspection Pilot Project - the Industry-Govenrnment Working Group on Seed Certification in Canada has developed a Communications document for the Soybean Seed Crop Inspection Pilot Project. The document includes the Terms of Reference; the Workplan; an Outline of the Alternative Service Delivery Pilot Project; Pilot Project Requirements for Service Providers; and the Path Forward Beyond 2011. Find the document here.

Amendments to the Weed Seeds Order- CFIA has publicly issued a second draft of proposals to
amend the Weed Seeds Order. This is based on an advance copy to which CSTA responded early this year. CSTA continues to have some serious concerns with CFIA’s proposals. CFIA has also put out a response form that can be used to provide comments on the proposals.

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Amendments to the ISPMs – In May 2011, the Standards Committee of the International Plant Protection Convention reviewed and approved for member consultation seven draft international standards for phytosanitary measures (ISPMs). The Standards Committee requests that any comments be submitted by September 15, 2011. You can find more background information here.

The following are the proposed draft ISPMs:

1. Amendments to ISPM 5 Glossary of phytosanitary terms
2. Revision to ISPM 5 Glossary of phytosanitary terms Supplement No. 1: Guidelines on the interpretation and application of the concept of official control for regulated pests
3. Annex 4 Pest risk analysis for plants as quarantine pests to ISPM 11:2004 and consequential core text changes to ISPM 11:2004
4. Revision of Annex 1 to ISPM 15 Approved treatments associated with wood packaging material
5. Annex to ISPM 27:2006 Trogoderma granarium
6. Annex to ISPM 28:2007 Vapour heat treatment of Cucumis melo var. reticulatus for Bactrocera cucurbitae
7. Annex to ISPM 28: 2007 Heat treatment of wood packaging material using dielectric heat

Pest Risk Analysis for Russian Dandelion - CFIA is also consulting on a Pest Risk Analysis for
Taraxacum kok-saghyz (Russian dandelion). It is similar in growth habit and appearance to the common dandelion, Taraxacum officinale, but is reported to be less vigorous and, when cultivated, is easily outcompeted by weeds and other crops. It is cultivated in Russia for its roots, which have a high rubber content. While it is not currently cultivated here, researchers in the U.S. and in Canada are beginning to express interest. CFIA’s Pest Risk Analysis concludes that if it is cultivated in Canada, there is potential for spread, but that there are several mitigation processes and the economic and environmental impacts are anticipated to be low. CFIA is recommending that the species not be regulated. Find the PRA here in English and in French. CSTA has provided its comments to the CFIA, supporting the proposal to not regulate Russian Dandelion.

Maximum Seed Lot Sizes – The CFIA is joining the Canadian Seed Institute, as outlined in their Technical Manual for Approved Conditioners and Bulk Storage Facilities, in recommending maximum lot sizes for domestic purposes. CFIA has asked CSTA to provide comments before it goes out for public consultation. You can find the proposed CFIA document in English and in French. Please provide your comments, concerns or suggestions to CSTA before February 28, 2011.

Wood Packaging – Wood packaging material (pallets, crates etc.) used in international trade is regulated internationally according to an international standard for phytosantiary measures. Directive 15 refers to wood packaging. Canada and the United States also regulate wood packaging internationally under this standard, but have been exempting each other from the directive. A couple of years ago, both countries agreed to transition to full compliance, and the U.S. has announced that the process has begun in that country. It has also begun in Canada. Find information, and contacts for input here in English and in French.

Oilseed Type Soybean Placement in Variety Registration – CFIA’s discussion document on the placement of oilseed type soybeans in the three-part variety registration system can be found here in English and in French. CSTA’s input on the placement of oilseed soyeans can be found here in English and in French.

Forage Placement in Variety Registration – CFIA’s discussion document on the placement of forages can be found here. CSTA’s input can be found here in English and in French.

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