Alerts

This alert applies to importers of Phalaenopsis spp. nursery stock from approved sources in Taiwan.

Effective immediately, the list of approved sources of Phalaenopsis spp. nursery stock from Taiwan has been updated as follows:

Withdrawal of the following three growers:

• Jhih Fang Orchids (greenhouse number 70-AP-010-01)
  

• Su-Chih-Wen (greenhouse number 70-AP-008-01)
  

• Tai Ling Biotech Inc. (greenhouse number 70-AP-009-01)
  

The current list of approved sources of Phalaenopsis spp. nursery stock from Taiwan can be found on the department's webpage.

Importers need to ensure consignments of Phalaenopsis orchids are sourced from an approved grower and greenhouse on the list.

When will the changes take effect:
Effective immediately.

Further information:
Enquiries related to these changes can be submitted to Plant Import Operations via email to imports@agriculture.gov.au.