Many harvested crops are exported to foreign countries. Phytosanitary certificates are issued declaring the commodity shipments meet the pest-free requirements of these other countries. Seed fields are inspected during the growing season to maintain a high standard of cleanliness for export. Pesticide Use Enforcement Pesticide use in California is monitored by this program ensuring the continued availability and use of these vital tools for agriculture. Restricted materials permits are issued for pesticide use and site inspections are performed prior to use.
Departmental personnel provide out-reach to the general community and to growers.
As a final measure, commodities are often sampled prior to harvest and analyzed for pesticide residues. All this provides protection for the consumer, the worker, the environment, and the grower, making Butte County and California agriculture products some of the safest in the world. Samples are drawn for germination and purity testing. Labeling is inspected for compliance with state requirements. Through this program, certification services are also performed for growers and processors, in cooperation with the California Crop Improvement Association.