The Horticultural Inspection Society (H.I.S.) is an organization of inspectors, laboratory and field personnel who regulate plant movement to prevent the spread of plant pests and disease. These individuals enforce laws and regulations for their state agencies which deal with pest prevention. These agencies are usually found within the state's Department of Agriculture or University. Thirteen states and one territory belong to the Southern Chapter.
Update: 2026 Southern Chapter HIS Annual Meeting In-Service Training!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
This year, the 2026 Horiticultural Inspection Society Annual Meeting will be held
September 28 through October 1 in Auburn, Alabama at the Dixon Hotel and Convention Center.
The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center
The main outing will be to Young's Plant Farm. Additionally, we'll travel to Auburn University to see a drone demonstration.
Young's Plant Farm
Auburn University Campus Map
We can't wait to share more details with you as the meeting schedule fills up. See you in Alabama this fall!
Purpose of the HIS-Southern Chapter
The purpose of the HIS-Southern Chapter, as stated in its constitution:
To promote high standards of inspection work;
To combine and share expertise, knowledge, experience and training among plant pest inspectors and increase professionalism;
To provide a means of furthering fellowship among plant pest inspectors and allied workers;
To provide a means of disseminating information particularly pertinent to plant pest inspection work.
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