2221) Organogram of Ghanaian NPPO

The Plant Protection and Regulatory Services Directorate (PPRSD)

2222) First report of Eggplant mottled dwarf virus, potato, tomato - Slovenia

In 2003, the presence of a rhabdovirus was confirmed in Slovenia using electron microscopy on tomato plants cv. Belle, showing …

2223) First UK finding of Plasmopara halstedii

Outdoor plot of cv Galilee Adami where 120,000 seeds were sown on a plot of 5 ha. Germination was stated …

2224) United States must step-up forest pest prevention new study says

Imported forest pests cause billions of dollars in damages each year, and U.S. property owners and municipalities foot most of …

2225) An emerging biotype of Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Discovered in the Pacific

The discovery of a new biotype of Coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB), Oryctes rhinoceros, is an imminent threat to the livelihoods …

2226) Core Activities / Integration & Support / Communication & Advocacy

Creating awareness over the importance of plant health and the global role of the IPPC is extremely important as the …

2227) Capacity Development side sessions during CPM-8 detailed information)

A range of side sessions to develop phytosanitary capacity among IPPC contracting parties will take place during the eighth session …

2228) Biodiversity brings disease resistance study suggests

A novel study of a Tibetan alpine meadow has shown a clear link between higher biodiversity and greater infectious disease …

2229) Use of the PCE as a tool to improve plant biosecurity in the Pacific region

Taro root beetle (Papuana woodlarkiana) - photo by Amy Carmichael Queensland University of TechnologyThe Phytosanitary Capacity Evaluation (PCE) tool was …

2230) DRAFT DETERMINATIONS UNDER THE BIOSECURITY ACT 2015 RELEASED FOR COMMENT

Public consultation has commenced on new draft determinations under Australia’s Biosecurity Act 2015.