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National Plant Health Program

The National Plant Health Program is an organized effort to protect a country’s crops, forests, and natural resources from pests and plant diseases. It involves monitoring, preventing, and controlling harmful organisms that can damage plants, ensuring healthy agriculture and ecosystems. The program coordinates inspections, enforces regulations on plant imports and exports, and promotes good practices among farmers and industry stakeholders. Its goal is to maintain plant health, support sustainable agriculture, and safeguard biodiversity, ultimately benefiting the economy and environment by preventing the spread of destructive pests and diseases.