Canadian FSMC ( formerly known as AGM) regulations
Overview
Canadian FSMC ( formerly known as AGM) regulations are issued by the Canada Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) .
Asian Gypsy Moth (AGM) has been changed to Flighted Spongy Moth Complex (FSMC) due to change of name effected in 2022.
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26 September 2017
Updated: 30 April 2024
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