Post-entry quarantine requirements for imported plants
The post-entry quarantine (PEQ) requirements for imported plants are described in the import health standards (IHSs) for individual plants. Imported material can generally be given biosecurity clearance after a period of growth and testing in quarantine to check for regulated pests and diseases.
Plant material is held in PEQ for at least the period stated in the import health standard and on the import permit. The quarantine period may be longer if the plants grow slowly or if pests or diseases are detected.
Download the nursery stock IHS [PDF, 3.6 MB]
Download the seeds for sowing IHS [PDF, 1.9 MB]
Find out about importing plants
PEQ greenhouse unit allocation
There are a limited number of Level 3B PEQ units available. We run expression of interest (EOI) rounds to help us prioritise the booking requests. This EOI process is described in our Level 3B Greenhouse Booking and Prioritisation Policy [PDF, 504 KB]
Post-entry quarantine - Master agreement [PDF, 347 KB]
Post-entry quarantine - Booking agreement [PDF, 171 KB]
There are 3 PEQ booking types: preferential bookings, ongoing/rolling bookings, and general bookings.
| Booking type | Description of booking type | Price per greenhouse unit/ month |
|---|---|---|
|
Preferential |
Preferential bookings are bookings for one PEQ cycle. Customers pay more for a guaranteed booking. We offer L3B PEQ greenhouse units to importers who express interest in preferential bookings before we offer units to importers interested in general bookings. |
$12,500 (excl. GST) |
|
Ongoing/rolling |
Ongoing/rolling bookings are bookings for two or more PEQ cycles. Customers pay more for a guaranteed booking but receive a discount for buying bookings in bulk. We offer greenhouse units to importers who express interest in ongoing/rolling bookings before we offer units to importers interested in general bookings. |
$9,500 (excl. GST) |
|
General |
General bookings are cheaper than preferential and ongoing bookings. It is not guaranteed that customers will get a booking. We offer L3B PEQ greenhouse units to importers who express interest in general bookings after we have offered L3B PEQ greenhouse units to all importers who expressed interest in preferential bookings and ongoing/rolling bookings. When allocating general bookings, we follow the Level 3B PEQ Greenhouse Booking and Prioritisation Policy (see section 4). We have the ability to use some discretion when following this framework. |
$6,500 (excl. GST) |
All plants in PEQ need regular testing, as stated in the import health standards. For prices for tests, see the price list at the link below. To get an estimate of testing charges specific to your import, email PEQtesting@mpi.govt.nz
How to book PEQ space
Check our document that has answers to common questions.
Frequently asked questions document [PDF, 344 KB]
Completed expression of interest form example [PDF, 4.4 MB]
Expressions of interest are open from 30 September 2024 until further notice. Book using the expression of interest form.
PEQ – Expression of interest form
Who to contact
To ask about PEQ bookings and facilities:
- email PHEL.PEQ@mpi.govt.nz
