REGISTRATION AND REGULATION ACT, 2015

The Himachal Pradesh Fruit Nurseries Registration and Regulation Act, 2015

This Act mandates the registration and mandatory licensing of all fruit nurseries, bud wood banks, and tissue culture propagation units in Himachal Pradesh. It applies to individuals, firms, and businesses engaged in producing, propagating, or selling fruit plant materials within the state. The law requires nursery operators to utilize approved pedigree plant strains, maintain detailed transaction records, keep facilities free from pests and diseases, and properly label all sold stock. By empowering authorities to inspect facilities, prohibit the transport of diseased plant material, and penalize violations, the Act ensures that farmers purchase high-quality, disease-free, and genuine fruit plants, safeguarding the state's vital horticultural economy.

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