Condition 35A - Asparagus Stem Blight: Asparagus spears, seeds and soil
The information within this Import Condition was current as of the date of printing: Saturday, 18 May 2024.
New entry conditions or amendments may be implemented from time to time and are uploaded into the Plant Quarantine Manual.
It is recommended that you regularly check the http://www.agriculture.vic.gov.au/pqm website for the most up to date import conditions.
Any host material originating from an area covered by an Area Freedom Certificate declaring area freedom from asparagus stem blight may enter Victoria without restriction, otherwise‐
the entry or importation into Victoria of any plant or plant product of the genus Asparagus (including ornamental asparagus) or soil is prohibited unless certified that;
- in the case of asparagus spears, must undergo:
- packing line treatment, at a minimum concentration at least 50ppm available chlorine, at a rate of not less than 20L/min, where the pH is maintained between 6.5 to 7.0; and where spears remain wet for five minutes after treatment; or
- hydro cooling treatment after packing at a minimum concentration at least 50ppm available chlorine, at a rate of not less than 20L/min, where the pH is maintained between 6.5 to 7.0; and the spears remain wet for five minutes after treatment; or
- enters Victoria in accordance with a permit issued by Agriculture Victoria. To apply for a permit visit the Plant biosecurity permit page.
- In the case of seeds, crowns, ferns and soil enters Victoria in accordance with a permit issued by Agriculture Victoria. To apply for a permit visit Plant biosecurity permit.
Documentation requirement: PHC, PHAC, Plant Health Declaration or Permit.