Training and Professional Development

  • 4/16 USDA-APHIS Permit Information Session

    On Wednesday, April 16 at 1PM, representatives from USDA-Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will present “USDA-APHIS: Overview of Biosecurity and Permitting Process” in TLS 111. 


    All current permit holders and anyone who may be applying for a new or renewal permit are encouraged to attend.  Eric Chamberlain will present information for the Plant Protection and Quarantine materials: Plants, Plant Pests and Soils.  Dr. Lech Szkudlarek will present informatin for Veterinary Services materials: Animals, Animal products and Animal pathogens. 


    USDA-APHIS issues permits for import, transit and release of regulated animals, animal products, veterinary biologics, plants, plant products, pests, organisms, soil and genetically engineered organisms. 

    For more information, contact: David Cavallaro at david.cavallaro@uconn.edu