To enhance the collaborative safeguarding and trade enhancement efforts of USDA-aphis and the state plant regulatory agencies activities to be performed: a.the NPB will work cooperatively with aphis…

To enhance the collaborative safeguarding and trade enhancement efforts of USDA-aphis and the state plant regulatory agencies activities to be performed: a.the NPB will work cooperatively with aphis PPQ to initiate pest mitigation programs to address exotic invasive pests, as well as established economically important insects and diseases that threaten america's natural resources and the environment. B.the NPB will work cooperatively with aphis PPQ to develop and implement programs that will promote and enhance interstate and international trade. C.the NPB will work cooperatively with aphis PPQ and the national association of state departments of agriculture (nasda) to build collaborative relationships and assist in carrying out its safeguarding mission.deliverables and expected outcomes: development of sound national policies on safeguarding that reflect perspectives of state partners and those they represent; harmonization of federal-state efforts in safeguarding american agriculture and natural resources; prioritization and implementation of strategic goals in support of safeguarding american agriculture and natural resources; facilitating engagement of state perspectives in international standard-setting for safeguarding.; increasing federal-state capacity through training.; pro viding a forum for innovation in safeguarding.; facilitating engagement of state and industry on safeguarding issues. Intended beneficiary(IES): national association of state departments of agriculture, plant and natural resource stakeholders including industry, american people and regional plant boards. Subrecipient activities, if known or specified at the time of award: none