These invasive exotic pests include some new species of mealy bugs (piti makuna) and weeds like Giant mimosa (Yoda nidikumba). It was reported there were two container loads of compost already imported to Sri Lanka from India. Ministry has quoted Sri Lanka Standard 1704:2021 developed by the Sri Lanka Standards Institute for specifications for the “sterilised solid organic fertiliser”. National Plant Quarantine Service to ensure zero living organisms included, 3). Hope the National Plant Quarantine Service in Sri Lanka has the expertise and necessary facilities for this challenging task.

Source: The Nation July 27, 2021 00:22 UTC