HAR §4-70-12. Notice of quarantine

The board has determined that there exists serious danger to the pineapple industry of Hawaii from the introduction of thrips (Frankliniella moultoni Hood), pineapple borers (Metamasius spp. and Strymon basilides (Geyer)), mealybugs (Dysmicoccus spp.), and other insects, and diseases of pineapple and bromeliaceous plants, that are not now established in Hawaii. [Eff. 7/13/81; am 11/13/01; comp MAY 15 2020] (Auth: HRS §§141-2, 150A-9) (Imp: HRS §150A-6.1) 4-70-13 Prohibited introductions. (a) The introduction into Hawaii of any pineapple plant (any species in the genus Ananas), seed, or other plant part thereof, is prohibited except by approved permit in accordance with section 4-70-14. (b) The introduction of plant and plant parts of all other genera than Ananas in the family Bromeliaceae is prohibited except: (1) Seeds; 70-10 13363 §4-70-15 (2) Tissue cultured plants in a completely enclosed sterile container; (3) Dried non-living materials; and (4) By approved permit in accordance with section 4-70-14. [Eff. 7/13/81; am 11/13/01; comp MAY 15 2021] (Auth: HRS §§141-2, 150A-9) (Imp: HRS §150A-6.1)