New IPPC publication: Field survey guidance for Babuvirus banana bunchy top virus

The IPPC Secretariat is pleased to announce the release of a new publication: Field survey guidance for Babuvirus banana bunchy top virus.

Developed through the IPPC's Africa Phytosanitary Programme (APP), with support from the United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS) (2023), this field survey guidance offers:

• Clear and practical pest survey and diagnostic protocols
• Step-by-step sample collection techniques
• Visual aids to facilitate accurate pest identification

BBTV threatens global banana production, food security, farmers’ livelihoods and economic growth. With easy-to-follow steps and strategies developed by phytosanitary experts, this guide will empower technical personnel, particularly in national plant protection organizations (NPPOs) and other national and regional agencies, to prevent and respond effectively to BBTV outbreaks. Download the guide here.