3571) Phytophthora lateralis in Chamaecyparis found in 2005

During routine surveillance in 2005, an infestation of Phytophthora lateralis in Chamaecyparis plants was found at a nursery where ornamental …

3572) Detection of Phyllosticta cavendishii in Northern Territory

Freckle disease is an economically important disease of banana in many countries. The pathogen causes freckle spots on infested leaves …

3573) Celebration of 25 Years of Cooperation and Coordination among Regional Plant Protection Organizations!

Uruguay, August 2013- The 25th Technical Consultation among Regional Plant Protection Organizations was held in Colonia Del Sacramento, Uruguay, from …

3574) Bactrocera dorsalis (Oriental fruit fly) – New regulated areas in California

For full report, please visit the NAPPO Phytosanitary Alert System (www.pestalert.org).

3575) European Food Safety Authority announces two public consultations for pest risk assessment

EFSA’s Panel on Plant Health has launched an open consultation on its scientific opinion on the risk to plant health …

3576) Emerald Ash Borer (Agrilus planipennis): Counties in Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, and Tennessee added to the regulated area

For full report, please visit the NAPPO Phytosanitary Alert System (www.pestalert.org).

3577) Administration of the Republic of Slovenia for Food Safety, Veterinary Sector and Plant Protection

The Administration of the Republic of Slovenia for Food Safety, Veterinary Sector and Plant Protection is the central competent authority …

3578) Detection of Striga asiatica near Mackay, mid east coast, Queensland

Symptoms in host plants include stunting, chlorosis, and wilting. Seedlings are not visible above ground, but white succulent shoots can …

3579) Giant African Snail (Lissachatina fulica, formerly Achatina fulica): Two additional regulated areas in Florida established

For full report, please visit the NAPPO Phytosanitary Alert System (www.pestalert.org).

3580) IPPC meets with the World Customs Organization

On July 3, 2013 the IPPC Secretariat met with the World Customs Organization (WCO) for an exploratory meeting to raise …