Regulations for the introduction of batches of potatoes in France

In France, any import of seed potatoes from third countries other than Switzerland is prohibited in all Member States of the European Union. The movement of potatoes (plants, consumption and processing) between Member States of the European Union is possible provided that the requirements of European regulations are met. However, the introduction into France of plants from Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands and Poland is subject to mandatory provisions (ministerial decree of January 3, 2005). Indeed, the pressure of regulated pests in these countries is very important. France has therefore decided to strengthen controls despite those carried out by national plant protection organisations. Thus, batches from these four countries must be declared to the Regional Food Service (Sral), 48 hours before their introduction into the territory at: sral-rungis.draaf-ile-de-france@agriculture.gouv.fr . The declaration form is available on the Driaaf website via urlr.me/NY8b3. It is the first ...