Florida Nursery, Grower and Landscape Association Introduces New Certification

Designed to arm industry professionals with the ability to identify pests common to Florida’s plants and landscapes, this certification equips individuals with an in-depth understanding of integrated pest management (IPM), pesticide safety, pest identification and the latest control techniques.  

USDA Proposes Revising the Section 8e Import Inspection Fee Structure for Fresh Fruits, Vegetables and other Products

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is proposing revisions to the regulations governing the inspection and certification of fresh fruits, vegetables, and other products. These proposed changes include a per-pound fee structure for certain Section 8e import inspections, a minimum fee equivalent to a 2-hour charge computed at the current established hourly rate, whichever is greater, and a 50 percent reduction to the sublot fee.