The problem really is that if a person from the EU wants to purchase plants at the 19thWOC they have to have an import permit in advance from their countries management authority. This means they have to know exactly what they want to purchase well in advance of the WOC. Many other countries also require import permits and this all takes time.
It is truly time for CITES reform regarding plants and I will shortly begin posting on this forum (and others) proposals as to how CITES could change to accomodate trade in truly art-prop material. I will be looking for feedback and if growers approve of these ideas I will ask for a statement of support. I will then begin to tke this material to CITES officials in the US and Switzerland to see if change can occur. Sincerely, Jerry Lee Fischer _______________________________________________ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com
