>
> > The stopping of the Aussie import into the U.S. was not based on science
> but politics.
> >On this one, Bob, I entirely agree.


I'd have to disagree with my esteemed colleagues on this one.  From a
biological standpoint, imports across geographical barriers are a recipe for
increased pathogen flow.

Randy Oliver

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