Travellers urged to be vigilant of taking pests into Jamaica

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Travellers urged to be vigilant of taking pests into Jamaica

The Plant Quarantine Produce Inspection (PQPI) Unit is encouraging Jamaicans to be vigilant when travelling, to prevent the possibility of bringing pests into the island. Pests, such as the Medfly and Tomato Leafminer, can devastate the...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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