asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food whether his Department are in a position to issue certification, for export purposes, that root stock for apple trees is virus free; and if not, whether he will make the necessary arrangements for same to enable an exporter to commence business.
Written Answers. - Apple Root Stock Testing.
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My Department do not at present have facilities for virus testing of apple root stock. There has been no demand for phytosanitary certificates in this area in the past. The position is now being examined following a request from an exporter for such certification.