Regulated Produce Medflies and Quarantine Rules
The USDA APHIS lists fruits vegetables and related items under Medfly quarantine including almonds apples avocados apricots peaches plums nectarines peppers grapes olives sweet oranges and tomatoes plus kiwi mango papaya pomegranate and walnut with husk Many other hosts exist but fewer than 50 are on the California list requiring certification Regulated items must be inspected before shipment and the public warned to avoid bringing forbidden produce and other pest sources The text notes substantial annual confiscations and potential costs from outbreaks and pest diseases including foot and mouth disease to illustrate risks.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
California
USDA
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Valium dependence prompts plea to quit and reclaim self
A reader on Valium for 17 years describes feeling like a zombie and losing self-control. Ann Landers advises seeking a drug abuse center, noting withdrawal is tough but possible with professional help. The letter also mentions interfaith marriage trends and a local singles note from Ottawa.
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Ann Landers
Illinois
Lo Mein with Peanut Sauce Recipe from Reader Kitchen
A food editor recounts discovering lo mein with peanut sauce and shares Florence Lin's recipe plus notes on serving ideas. The dish blends egg noodles, peanut butter sauce, soy, vinegar, and ginger, served hot or room temperature as a main dish with greens, fruit, and light cookies for dessert.
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Cecily Brownstone
Associated Press
Chinatown
New York
Florence Lin
Dutton
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