By way of derogation from Ministerial Decree of 31 January 1996, strawberry plants (Fragaria L.) intended for plantation and originating in Argentina may be introduced into the Italian territory from 1 June 2001 until 30 September 2002, with the exception of seeds. Imports shall be authorized by the Ministry of Agricultural and Forestry Policies, under the conditions established by article 2 of the Decree. The strawberry plants shall be accompanied by a phitosanitary certificate containing: (a)