S.L. 433.8 Art. 17Community monitoring.

(1) Trials, or, where appropriate, tests shall be carried out at European Union level on samples to check that propagation material or fruit trees comply with the requirements and conditions laid down in these regulations, including those relating to plant health.

(2) Community comparative trials and trials may be carried out within the Community for the post-control of samples of propagation material or fruit trees placed on the market under the provisions of these regulations whether mandatory or discretionary, including those relating to plant health.