In a message dated 3/7/2008 5:16:40 PM Eastern Standard Time, george.brinson@nf.sympatico.ca writes:
millions of pounds of the same materials for direct consumption being distributed over the whole continent.
Doesn't make sense, for sure. But the importing corporations go through a USDA permit process also, although I question whether much more than a formality. But it is considered.
Yes, I have purchased and enjoyed several pounds of plums, peaches and nectarines. Have even thought of planting the seeds. But I would not wish to go down in fruit growing history as being the one who started a US Sharka infestation.
Jerry
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