GB8371-2009
Quarantine protocols for rice seeds in producing areas
水稻种子产地检疫规程
GB 8371-2009 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Quarantine protocols for rice seeds in producing areas. It appears in the Food compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Oct 1, 2009.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard specifies the procedures and methods for quarantine in producing areas of rice seeds. It is applicable to plant quarantine institutions at all levels implementing producing area quarantine for rice seed breeding bases. It is mandatory for all rice seed production bases in China. The standard covers the quarantine of regulated pests including Lissorhoptrus oryzophilus (rice water weevil) and bacterial leaf streak.
Technical requirements
The standard outlines the comprehensive quarantine procedures for rice seed production, replacing the previous GB 8371-1987. It mandates specific steps including application acceptance, field investigation, indoor testing, and pest epidemic handling. Producers must strictly follow the field investigation schedules for both rice diseases and pests. The standard requires that quarantine treatments be implemented if regulated pests are discovered during field or indoor testing. Furthermore, it specifies the conditions for issuing the Quarantine Certificate of Producing Area, which is valid for one year, and mandates proper archive management for all quarantine records for at least two years.
Testing methods
The standard involves field investigations using a checkerboard sampling method, with specific survey periods for rice diseases (e.g., seedbed and heading stages) and pests. Suspected samples are subjected to indoor testing for further identification. The identification of specific pests like the rice water weevil refers to the standard NY/T 1482. Accurate sampling and laboratory detection are critical for compliance.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 8371-2009?
GB 8371-2009 regulates rice seeds and their production bases in China. It applies to the quarantine protocols implemented by plant quarantine institutions.
Is GB 8371-2009 a mandatory standard?
Yes, all technical content in GB 8371-2009 is mandatory. Compliance is required for all rice seed breeding bases operating in China.
What happens if quarantine pests are found during the inspection?
If quarantine pests are found, the standard requires producers to implement quarantine treatments. If the treatment is successful, a certificate is issued; if not, no certificate is granted.
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Applicability hints
- Type
- Foundational
- CCS
- B16
- ICS
- 65.020.01
- Competent department
- Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
- Technical committee
- Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs