Best fig Breeding ideas?

[Sayabo]

So seeds are legal?

This is subject to obtaining a phytosanitary certificate.

 

[GoodFriendMike]

This is subject to obtaining a phytosanitary certificate.

Same as here. Good to know.

 

[SpiritFarmVa]

This is subject to obtaining a phytosanitary certificate.

I’m just curious the phyto easier for seeds?

 

[SpiritFarmVa]

What about pollen itself?

 

[Sayabo]

It is also possible to obtain Caprifig fruit containing WASP if you have a phytosanitary certificate.

 

[Sayabo]

I’m just curious the phyto easier for seeds?

Plant quarantine requirements are more lenient for seeds than for fig cuttings.

 

[Sayabo]

What about pollen itself?

The conditions are the same as for seeds.

 

[Charlie Dodgson]

Could seeds be sent easier?

Unknown at the moment.

 

[SpiritFarmVa]

We had a conversation with our inspector about sending some plants ( not figs) to France. International shipping isn’t worth it until you start talking volume. And it’s a lengthy process. They have to observe the plants over time in the growing season. It’s not just a one time inspection.

 

[Sayabo]

Unknown at the moment.

I think it's fine as dried fruit.

 

[Charlie Dodgson]

Are you saying that there are over 100 variety Caprifigs in that place?

Yes. They are documented in a publication.

Also, they have multiple locations. It is not one place.

 

[Charlie Dodgson]

I think it's fine as dried fruit.

You'd be surprised.

 

[Charlie Dodgson]

We had a conversation with our inspector about sending some plants ( not figs) to France.

I have the license to ship plant material to Canada, the EU, etc. There are some restrictions though, and there is an inspection + fee for each shipment. It is best to check with the Ag department about each plant type in advance.

 

[Charlie Dodgson]

So seeds are legal?

Possibly. It depends on the plant type.

 

[SpiritFarmVa]

Possibly. It depends on the plant type.

I’d assume it would have to do with if the seeds can carry a concerning pathogen, or if it’s considered invasive.

 

[Charlie Dodgson]

This is subject to obtaining a phytosanitary certificate.

In the case of TFH. It depends on the originator's licensing, location, and plant material destination.

For example, it is easier for me to send fig plants to Canada in comparison to Arizona.

 

[Charlie Dodgson]

Plant quarantine requirements are more lenient for seeds than for fig cuttings.

I think you mean fig seeds, not seeds in general.

 

[Charlie Dodgson]

It is also possible to obtain Caprifig fruit containing WASP if you have a phytosanitary certificate.

This can also be ordered from USDA Davis.

 

[GoodFriendMike]

This can also be ordered from USDA Davis.

So you are saying Figs with wasp in them can be ordered from USDA Davis and shipped to my house?
I do not believe this is correct. But if it is. Please post the forms needed and the link to where this can be done.
Many will want this.

 

[Charlie Dodgson]

But if it is.

You'll need to get licensed and have a verifiable need, such as a few Caprifigs you are trying to establish as hosts in (a) a breeding program, or (b) a Smyrna fig orchard. Entomologists can also obtain them for verifiable research on wasps.