WAC 16-354-030. Registered mother block inspections

(1) A minimum of three inspections per year will be conducted by the department at each registered mother block. Additional inspections may be conducted as needed. (2) Timing and inspection methods will vary, depending on weather conditions, the disease or pest being sought, and other factors. (3) The first inspection is intended primarily to detect downy mildew, as well as other diseases and pests. (4) The second inspection is intended primarily to detect Ilar viruses, viroids and virus-like diseases. (5) The third inspection is intended primarily to detect powdery mildew, as well as other diseases and pests. (6) Inspection reports may contain observations and information on diseases, pests, and other factors for which no specific tolerances are established or which do not affect the certification status of the planting stock. (7) The presence of verticillium wilt, detected at any time, shall cause immediate decertification of the site. The grower must dig and destroy all affected plants immediately. Affected material may be removed from the site under suitable precautions only by a Washington State University plant pathologist or the department for diagnostic or verification purposes.