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Memorandum of Association of the Jamaica Citrus Protection Agency Limited.

Country/Territory
Jamaica
Document type
Miscellaneous
Date
1998
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Cultivated plants
Keyword
Institution Plant protection Plant variety
Geographical area
Americas, Caribbean, Latin America and the Caribbean, Small Island Developing States
Abstract

There shall be established Jamaica Citrus Protection Agency under regulation 3 of the Citrus Plant (Certification) Regulations, 1998. The Agency is a company in the sense of the Compenies Act. The Memorandum specifies in detail the objects of the Agency: implementation of a mandatory citrus certification scheme, provision of advice to citrus growers and nurseries, collection and dissemination information, promotion of public awareness, and protection of the integrity and standards of the citrus industry, particular in the areas of plant health and quality management. The Agency may import plant materials, inspect facilities, register nurseries, appoint inspectors, conduct tests, etc. Every member undertakes to contribute to the assets of the Agency. Liability of members is limited.

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