- Form 66-026L - Application for Permit to Process Non-regulatory Samples for HLB Testing
Note: An applicant signature is required. If you are unable to complete a digital signature, you may print the application and either scan and email the signed form to permits@cdfa.ca.gov or fax it to 916-654-1018.
Fill-in Form 66-045: Pest Exclusion Application and Permit to Move and Use Plant Quarantine Commodities
- Fill-in Form 66-045 - Application and Permit to Move and Use Plant Quarantine Commodities
This permit is generally used for moving commodities for commercial purposes. This material would normally not be allowed entry into California from areas within the U.S. or allowed movement within California due to plant pest quarantines. The conditions of the permit are biologically equivalent to those in the applicable state interior or exterior quarantine.
Note: An applicant signature is required. If you are unable to complete a digital signature, you may print the application and either scan and email the signed form to permits@cdfa.ca.gov or fax it to 916-654-1018.
Fill-in Form 66-045A: SweetPotato - Application for Permit to Import Seed Sweet Potatoes for Planting or Propagation
- Fill-in Form 66-045A - Application for a Permit to Import Seed Sweet Potatoes for Planting or Propagation
Fill-in Form 66-105: Approved Laboratory and Permit Agreement
- Fill-in Form 66-105 - Approved Laboratory and Permit Agreement
This application is for laboratories performing analytical testing of plant materials such as testing for pesticide residues or performing nutrient analyses. If you wish to perform diagnostic tests on plant material, application must be made on Form 66-026.
Note: An applicant signature is required. If you are unable to complete a digital signature, you may print the application and either scan and email the signed form to permits@cdfa.ca.gov or fax it to 916-654-1018.
USDA PPQ FORMS
The USDA applications listed below can be downloaded from USDA's Permits and Certification.
PPQ Form 526: Application for Permit to Move Live Plant Pests or Noxious Weeds
This permit application is for the importation of live plant pests from within the United States and from foreign countries. The applicant completes the application and submits it to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). USDA notifies CDFA of the application and provides a copy for review. Upon completion of their review, California agricultural officials may make recommendations to USDA such as adding conditions to the permit. USDA then completes the application process. In rare instances, CDFA may recommend denial of the application.
PPQ Form 525A: Application for Permit to Receive Soil
This application is for the importation of soil from foreign countries. All soil is prohibited entry into the United States unless under a permit. Individuals requesting a permit for soil importation will have their facilities inspected by both USDA and California agricultural officials, and must enter into a compliance agreement to ensure they properly handle and dispose of foreign soil. The method of processing this application is the same as for PPQ Form 526 above.
PPQ Form 546: Agreement for Postentry Quarantine — State Screening Notice
This permit is for the importation of restricted plant material from foreign countries. During its post-entry quarantine period (two years for most plants), the plant material is subject to inspection by California officials. Individuals requesting to import restricted plant materials will have their growing grounds inspected by county officials. The method of processing this application is the same as for PPQ Form 526 above.
PPQ Form 587: Application for Permit to Import Plants or Plant Products
This permit is for the importation of admissible (not subject to post-entry) plant material from foreign sources. The application is submitted to USDA and not subject to review by CDFA.
PPQ Form 588: Application for Permit to Import Plants or Plant Products for Experimental Purposes
This application is for the importation of plant material from foreign countries which would otherwise be prohibited entry into the United States. The plant materials are permitted entry only under strict conditions. The method of processing this application is the same as for PPQ Form 526 above.
