Cooperation With Other Agencies
SITC staff work with other federal, state and local agencies. Through partnerships with other agencies, SITC has provided other Federal and State officials with information leading to agriculture seizures, the stop sell of food products, criminal prosecutions and administrative violations. In the past, SITC has joined with:
- Customs and Border Protection
- USDA Office of Inspector General
- USDA Investigative Enforcement Services
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
- USDA Food Safety Inspection Service
- Food and Drug Administration
- US Fish and Wildlife Service
SITC assists PPQ State Plant Health Directors and the Pest Survey Specialists with their targeted surveys for specific exotic pests and plant diseases. Additionally, the SITC staff works closely with liaison groups and the industry to identify and address potential smugglers and various trade compliance issues.
Read more about this topic: Smuggling Interdiction And Trade Compliance
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