Asian Gypsy Moth

Gard Releases Inspection Procedures To Avoid AGM Infestation

A Gard article describes a brief summary of the inspection procedures to tackle the Asian Gypsy Moth infestation on vessels.

Asian Gypsy Moth

The Asian Gypsy Moth (AGM) is a destructive forest pest known to spread via ocean-going vessels in international trade. If introduced in countries where it does not exist naturally, AGM has the potential to seriously affect the country’s agricultural and forest resources.

The Asian Gypsy Moth (AGM) is predominantly found in Asia Pacific, with high...

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Requirements for ships entering N. America regarding Asian Gypsy Moth

In response to reports of high population levels of Asian Gypsy Moth (AGM) in some countries regulated for AGM, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Canadian food Inspection Agency (CFIA) jointly remind ship operators of requirements for entering US and Canada safely.

The two organizations highlight that “possessing a valid certificate in no way precludes a ship from being ordered out of port if AGM detected.” They also suggest that the following measures should be taken, in order to...

https://safety4sea.com/requirements-for-ships-entering-n-america-regarding-asian-gypsy-moth/

What to be aware of during Asian Gypsy Moth 2019

As the West of England reports, the Asian Gypsy Moth (AGM) is a highly destructive forest pest that feeds on both deciduous and coniferous trees. The voracious appetite of AGM larvae (caterpillars) coupled with the ability of the female moth to travel significant distances, as much as 20 nautical miles, can cause widespread defoliation leaving trees weakened and susceptible to disease and other pests.

Mainly, AGM can be mostly found in the Far East with a high risk of AGM egg infestation of...

https://safety4sea.com/what-to-be-aware-of-during-asian-gypsy-moth-2019/

Asian Gypsy Moth: Inspection periods and requirements per country

The Gard P&I Club issued a summary of available information from each of the countries known to regulate and inspect arriving vessels for Asian Gypsy Moth (AGS), highlighting each country’s definition of risk areas and specified risk periods, as well as their entry requirements and mandatory inspection periods.

AGM is a destructive forest pest known to spread via ocean-going vessels in international trade. Vessels calling at certain ports in the Asia Pacific between May and September should...

https://safety4sea.com/asian-gypsy-moth-inspection-periods-and-requirements-per-country/

Preventing the negative impacts of Asian Gypsy Moth

Asian gypsy moth (AGM) is a serious pest that can be carried on ships and cargo. AGMs exist mainly in some seaport areas in Far East Russia, Japan, Korea, and Northern China. If introduced to North America, AGM would significantly affect forestry and agriculture, the natural environment, the commerce that relies on those plant resources, and market access.

Vessels must arrive in North American ports withouth AGM and with required pre-departure certification. It is crucial that the maritime...

https://safety4sea.com/preventing-the-negative-impacts-of-asian-gypsy-moth/

US CBP finds Asian Gypsy Moth on three ships from Japan

The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a notice confirming that it has discovered Asian Gypsy Moth (AGM) egg masses on three vessels arriving from Japan during July and August 2018. The two of them were vehicle transport ships entering into Baltimore and the other one, for which the vessel-type was not clear, was inspected at Houston.

On one of the vehicle transport ships, agriculture specialists during a routine inspection discovered Lymantri mathura Moore, commonly known as the Rosy...

https://safety4sea.com/us-cbp-finds-asian-gypsy-moth-on-three-ships-from-japan/