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Panicle Rice Mite (Steneotarsonemus spinki)

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In 2011, APHIS reclassified panicle rice mite (Steneotarsonemus spinki, PRM) to a non-quarantine pest.  APHIS’ decision to reclassify PRM is based on a reevaluation of the regulatory program, outreach activities conducted with the rice-producing states, and scientific literature indicating that PRM has not caused economic damage in temperate rice-growing regions similar to the United States.

Program documents and regulatory protocols are maintained on the APHIS web site for reference by the rice industry and research community.

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Contact:
Andrea Simao
National Policy Manager
Telephone: 301-851-2067
E-mail: Andrea.B.Simao@aphis.usda.gov

 

Last Modified: April 12, 2013

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