Hawaii Administrative Code

This agreement shall include, but not be limited to, the following provisions: (1) The department shall provide necessary chemical herbicides, oil carriers, surfactants, equipment and personnel for the project; (2) The department shall provide consultative services and shall coor…

(a) For a cooperative noxious weed control or eradication project, the department shall initiate either a form A, form B, or form C cooperative agreement provided, however, that the department may initiate a form D cooperative agreement with a landowner or land occupier who shall…

A noxious weed eradication project shall be limited to incipient noxious weed infestations located on an island or portion of an island designated by the department as relatively free of that species. A project shall be initiated by cooperative agreement. Notes Haw. Code R. § 4-6…

(a) Noxious weed control projects may be initiated upon widespread established noxious weed infestations and shall be limited to infestations on land used for or zones for agriculture, horticulture, aquaculture, livestock production, forestry, recreational areas, or conservation …

As used in this part: "Board" means the board of agriculture; "Chairman" means the chairman of the board of agriculture; "Cooperative agreement" means an agreement between the department and the landowner and land occupier for the control or eradication of a noxious weed infestat…

Each plant species designated as a noxious weed for eradication and control projects by the department, shall meet all of the criteria in § 4-68-4 through § 4-68-8. Notes Haw. Code R. § 4-68-3 [Eff. 7/13/81; comp] (Auth: HRS § 152-2) (Imp: HRS §§ 152-2, 152-4)

Reproductive characteristics of noxious weeds are: (1) A plant species that reproduces by seeds capable of being dispersed over wide areas; or (2) A plant species that reproduces by seeds capable of remaining dormant for two years or more; or (3) A plant species that reproduces b…

Growth characteristics of noxious weeds are: (1) A plant species that is capable of competing with cultivated crops for nutrients, water or sunlight; or (2) A plant species that becomes established and forms dense stands in pasture lands, forests, lawns, landscape gardens, and re…

Detrimental effects of noxious weeds are: (1) A plant species that is causing or has the potential of causing severe production losses or increased control costs to the agricultural, horticultural, aquacultural, or livestock industries; or (2) A plant species that is or has the p…

Control criteria of noxious weeds include: (1) A plant species that is not effectively controlled by present day technology or by available herbicides currently registered for use pursuant to chapter 149A, Hawaii Revised Statutes; or (2) A plant species that is effectively contro…

Distribution and spread criteria of noxious weeds are: (1) A plant species that is not known to occur in one or more islands of the State; or (2) A plant species that is known to occur only in incipient stages on less than five acres on one or more islands of the State; or (3) A …

Each plant species designated as a noxious weed for control projects by lessees as provided in a pasture lease agreement of State lands shall meet the criteria of § 4-68-3. Notes Haw. Code R. § 4-68-9 [Eff. 7/13/81; comp] (Auth: HRS § 152-2) (Imp: HRS §§ 152-4, 152-6)

These rules shall govern the criteria and procedures for designation of pests for control or eradication programs on public or private property other than dwellings in the State. Notes Haw. Code R. § 4-69A-1 (Eff. 9/4/93; comp JAN 02 2009) (Auth: HRS § 141-3) (Imp: HRS § 141-3)…

As used in this chapter: "Agricultural industry" means agricultural, horticultural, aquacultural, or livestock industry. "Board" means the board of agriculture. "Head" means the head of the division of plant industry. "Livestock" means farm animals kept for use or profit and incl…

(a) Each insect, mite, other pest or plant disease designated by the department as a pest for control or eradication programs shall meet one or more of the following criteria: (1) There is a record of economic damage in the scientific literature documenting the designated pest's …

(a) The head shall direct a continuous program of study and evaluation of insects, mites, other pests, or plant diseases for potential designation as pests. (b) Study and evaluation of an insect, mite, other pest or plant disease for designation as a pest may be initiated by the …

To the extent there may be any conflict between this chapter and chapter 4-68, Hawaii Administrative Rules, control and eradication programs for noxious weeds shall be governed by section 152-6, Hawaii Revised Statutes, and chapter 4-68. However, if after following the procedures…

The objective of this chapter is to implement the requirements of chapter 150A, Hawaii Revised Statutes, by restricting or prohibiting the importation of specific plants to minimize the risk of introduction and establishment of insects, diseases, and other pests that would be hig…

(a) The introduction of any sugarcane plant (any species of the genus saccharum) or part thereof into Hawaii in any manner is prohibited except by approved permit issued in accordance with § 4-70-11. (b) The introduction of plants of all other genus in the grass family and plant …

Upon written request, a permit may be issued by the chief authorizing the introduction of a limited quantity of a special variety or varieties of sugarcane or other grass plants for propagation under the plant quarantine branch's supervision in a strictly enforced quarantine purs…

The board has determined that there exists serious danger to the pineapple industry of Hawaii from the introduction of thrips (Frankliniella moultoni Hood), pineapple borers (Metamasius spp. and Strymon basilides (Geyer)), mealybugs (Dysmicoccus spp.), and other insects, and dise…

(a) The introduction into Hawaii of any pineapple plant (any species in the genus Ananas), seed, or other plant part thereof, is prohibited except by approved permit in accordance with section 4-70-14. (b) The introduction of plant and plant parts of all other genera than Ananas …

(a) Upon written request, a permit may be issued by the chief authorizing the introduction of pineapple plants or other plants in the family Bromeliaceae for propagation under the branch's supervision in a strictly enforced quarantine pursuant to sections 4-70-3, 4-70-4, 4-70-5, …

(a) The quarantine period for pineapple plants and plant species in the genus Ananas imported pursuant to section 4-70-14 shall be one year provided that the board may exempt from quarantine or shorten the quarantine period for plants imported for manufacturing, processing, or pr…

The board has determined that there exists serious danger to the coffee industry of Hawaii from the introduction of the coffee berry borer (Stephanoderes hampei Ferr.), coffee rust, (Hemileia vastatrix B. & Br.), and other insects, pests, and diseases of coffee, that are not now …

The introduction of any coffee plant (any species of the genus Coffea), plant part, unroasted seeds, and used coffee bags into Hawaii is prohibited except by permit issued in accordance with §§ 4-70-18, 4-70-19, and 4-70-20. Notes Haw. Code R. § 4-70-17 [Eff. JUL 13 1981] (Auth: …

Upon written request, a permit may be issued by the chief authorizing the introduction of a limited quantity of plants, plant parts, or seeds of a variety or varieties of coffee for propagation under the following conditions: (1) The plants and seed shall be under the plant quara…

Upon written request a permit may be issued by the chief, authorizing the introduction of unroasted coffee seeds (beans) for roasting purposes on condition that: (1) The seed is, prior to shipment, subjected to approved treatment as stipulated on the permit; (2) Each shipment be …

As used in this chapter: "Branch" means the plant quarantine branch; "Certificate of origin" means an official certificate signed by a plant quarantine official or an agricultural official of the state or foreign country indicating the origin of the respective plant; "Certificate…

(a) Upon written request, a permit may be issued by the chief, authorizing the introduction of used coffee bags after being subjected to approved treatment as stipulated on the permit. (b) Each shipment shall be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate or a certificate of treat…

The board has determined that there exists serious danger to agriculture in Hawaii from the introduction of the cabbage maggot (Chortophila brassicae (Bouche)) in the edible roots of certain cruciferous vegetables. Notes Haw. Code R. § 4-70-21 [Eff. JUN 13 1981] (Auth: HRS §§ 141…

The introduction into Hawaii of the edible roots of turnip (Brassica rapa Linn.), rutabaga (Brassica napobrassica (Linn) DC), radish including daikon (Raphanus sativus Linn.), and horseradish (Radicula armoracia (Linn.) Robbins.) is prohibited, except: (1) From the country of Jap…

Edible roots of the enumerated cruciferous vegetables from the United States, its territories, and foreign countries not determined to be free of cabbage maggot, may be introduced into Hawaii, provided each shipment is accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate or certificate of …

The board has determined that there exists serious danger to the orchid industry of Hawaii from the introduction of the south american stem borer (Diorymerellus laevimargo Champion), the south american orchid bug (Tenthecoris bicolor Scott), a midge (Parallelodiplosis cattleyae M…

The introduction of plant or propagative plant parts of the family orchidaceae is prohibited except: (1) By permit issued in accordance with § 4-70-26 and under conditions specified in §§ 4-70-27, 4-70-28; (2) Plants grown in sterile flasks or small seedlings transferred out of s…

(a) A low pest-risk permit may be issued by the chief authorizing the introduction of orchid plants from: (1) Domestic origin grown entirely in the United States; (2) Foreign origin that have been grown in the United States for more than one year; and (3) Foreign countries north …

Quarantine requirements shall be waived for any lot of plants entering under a low pest-risk permit and accompanied by a certificate of origin certifying that all the orchid plants in the lot: (1) Are known to be of domestic origin and grown entirely in the continental United Sta…

(a) Any lot of plants entering under high pest-risk permit shall be placed under the plant quarantine branch's supervision in a strictly enforced quarantine pursuant to §§ 4-70-3, 4-70-4, and 4-70-5, and held therein for a period of two months, or longer, if in the judgment of th…

The board has determined that there exists serious danger to the banana industry of Hawaii from the introduction of the banana root borer (Cosmopolites sordidus (Germar)), the West Indian cane weevil (Metamasius hemipterus L.) and other insects and diseases of banana, that are no…

(a) Plants requiring quarantine with appropriate permits issued pursuant to applicable sections of this chapter shall be delivered to the inspector at the port of entry when the plants are being introduced by cargo, passenger baggage, or hand carried package. (b) Packages of subj…

The introduction of any banana plant (any species of the genus Musa) or plant parts thereof is prohibited except: (1) Fruits; and (2) By approved permit pursuant to § 4-70-31. Notes Haw. Code R. § 4-70-30 [Eff. JUL 13 1981] (Auth: HRS §§ 141-2, 150A-9) (Imp: HRS § 150A-5) Comp 5/…

Upon written request, a permit may be issued by the chief authorizing the introduction of a limited quantity of a special variety or varieties of banana for propagation under the branch's supervision in a strictly enforced quarantine pursuant to §§ 4-70-3, 4-70-4, 4-70-5, and 4-7…

The board has determined that there exists serious danger to the passion fruit industry of Hawaii from the introduction of the passion vine hopper, Scolypopa australis Walker, the "woodiness disease" of passion fruit, and other insects and diseases that are not now established in…

The introduction of any passion fruit plant (any species of the genus Passiflora), seed, or plant part thereof into Hawaii in any manner is prohibited except by permit issued in accordance with § 4-70-34. Notes Haw. Code R. § 4-70-33 [Eff. JUL 13 1981] (Auth: HRS §§ 141-2, 150A-9…

Upon written request, a permit may be issued by the chief authorizing the introduction of a limited quantity of the passiflora plant and seed for propagation under the branch's supervision in a strictly enforced quarantine pursuant to §§ 4-70-3, 4-70-4, 4-70-5, and 4-70-6. Notes …

The board has determined that there exists serious danger to all Pinus spp. and the forests of Hawaii from the introduction of european pine shoot moth (Rhyacionia buoliana) (Schiff). Notes Haw. Code R. § 4-70-35 [Eff. JUL 13 1981] (Auth; HRS §§ 141-2, 150A-9) (Imp: HRS § 150A-5)…

The introduction of any pine plant (any species in the genus Pinus) and pine branches and twigs bearing terminal buds, needles, or shoots are prohibited except: (1) Plants from foreign areas where pine shoot moth is not known to occur provided each lot of plant is accompanied by …