QuestionsQuestions (BPI DA-BPI Special Quarantine Order No. 01)
Cassava Witches Broom (CWB) is declared as a dangerous disease of cassava.
The province of Bukidnon is placed under quarantine.
CWB is caused by Phytoplasma candidatus asteris.
The major mode of spread is through the cuttings used as planting materials.
The movement, transfer, or carrying of cassava plants/planting materials from infected areas such as Bukidnon to other provinces is prohibited.
The movement by government research facilities requires approval by the BPI Director.
Deputized inspectors from BPI, DA-RFO, Local Government Units, and members of police and military.
Such commodities shall not be allowed to move; they may be returned to origin or disposed of, and expenses borne by the owner. Non-compliance can result in confiscation.
An administrative fine of not more than Twenty Thousand Pesos (PHP20,000) can be imposed after proper hearing.
Decisions can be appealed to the Secretary of Agriculture, whose decision is final.
The Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) is tasked with implementation and enforcement.
Yes, other areas may be declared infected upon notification by Regional Directors and basis on BPI's determination.
Transportation companies must not accept or allow shipments of cassava plants/planting materials without a valid plant quarantine clearance or permit.
It is pursuant to Executive Order No. 292, Presidential Decree No. 1433 as amended, and other pertinent laws and international agreements.
To enforce the prohibition on movement of infected cassava plants and planting materials and to help control the spread of CWB.