1. (1) Clean plant and indexing certification plans must include, at a minimum, the following elements:

   1. (a) Identification and quantification of all plant materials eligible for registration and certification;
   2. (b) Origin or source of identified plant materials;
   3. (c) Viruses, diseases, and associated vectors of concern;
   4. (d) Site selection that includes a description and map of all facilities, propagative and production areas along with required isolation and buffer zones;

   5. (e) Certification levels and identity registration system allowing

      for identification, tracking, tracing, and management of all plant and plant material identity;

   6. (f) Program processes and procedures governing the establishment and management of plants and plant propagative materials including but not limited to sourcing, planting requirements, block management, increases, and maintenance;
   7. (g) Pest management plan that prevents virus, disease, and associated vector introduction and which contains procedures for eradication, control, and suppression of pest populations to a level that meets certification standards. Major revisions of plans must be submitted for approval by the certifying agency;
   8. (h) Identify approved laboratory(ies) for required tests and analysis and the testing and analysis schedule; and
   9. (i) Other elements that are necessary to meet the specific type and level of certification requested or that are deemed necessary by the department.

Authorizing statute(s): 80-7-108, 80-7-402, MCA

Implementing statute(s): 80-7-108, 80-7-402, MCA

History: NEW, 2014 MAR p. 206, Eff. 1/31/14; AMD, 2024 MAR p. 128, Eff. 1/27/24.