(a) This chapter authorizes the commissioner to abate, suppress, eradicate, prevent, or otherwise regulate the introduction or establishment of plant pests that threaten Minnesota's agricultural, forest, or horticultural interests or the general ecological quality of the state.
(b) The commissioner may employ entomologists, plant pathologists, and other qualified employees necessary to administer and enforce this chapter.
2003 c 128 art 4 s 1
Structure Minnesota Statutes
Chapters 17 - 43 — Agriculture
Chapter 18G — Plant Protection And Export Certification
Section 18G.01 — Plant Protection; Powers Of Commissioner.
Section 18G.03 — Powers And Duties Of Commissioner.
Section 18G.04 — Eradication, Control, And Abatement Of Nuisances; Issuing Control Orders.
Section 18G.05 — Discovery Of Plant Pests; Official Marking Of Infested Or Infected Articles.
Section 18G.06 — Establishment Of Quarantine Restrictions.
Section 18G.07 — Tree Care And Tree Trimming Company Registration.
Section 18G.09 — Shipment Of Plant Pests And Biological Control Agents.
Section 18G.10 — Export Certification, Inspections, Certificates, Permits, And Fees.
Section 18G.11 — Cooperation With Other Jurisdictions.
Section 18G.12 — Invasive Species Management And Investigation.