2521) Detection of Melon necrotic spot virus in Victoria

MNSV causes necrotic lesions on leaves and stems, fruit deformation and reduction in fruit quality. Affected plants may suddenly wilt …

2522) The IPPC Holding the Second PCE Facilitators Training in Thailand

The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) Secretariat organized and held the second training for the Phytosanitary Capacity Evaluation (PCE) Facilitators …

2523) Agrilus planipennis (Emerald Ash Borer) – APHIS adds Delaware to the regulated area in the United States

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

2524) New standards adopted and key standards revised during the sixth session of the CPM; focus group to work on improving the standards setting process

Opening speeches at CPM-6

2525) Rationale for Phytosanitary Requirements in T&T

In fulfilment of T&T’s obligation as a Member of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and adherence to the WTO Sanitary …

2526) Description of NPPO (T&T)

In Trinidad and Tobago (T&T), the functions of the National Plant Protection Organisation (NPPO) are shared among the units of …

2527) Xylosandrus morigerus (Blandford) detected in Timor-Leste

A series of adult and larval ambrosia beetles were collected boring into twigs of coffee at a single site in …

2528) Xylosandrus compactus (Coleoptera:Scolytidae) detected in Timor-Leste

A series of adult and larval ambrosia beetles were collected boring into twigs of coffee at a single site in …

2529) Scientific session at CPM-6 to examine approaches for addressing pest risks associated with grains and wood

GrainsEach year, the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures holds a “scientific session” to consider emerging issues, such as new technologies or …

2530) Non-Compliance

Until 2013, Pakistan had been receiving notification of non-compliances due to detection of harmful organisms particularly in Pakistani mango consignments. …