2991) 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 …

2992) Confirmation of chestnut blight in north-east Victoria

Infected properties have been quarantined and north-east Victoria is a declared quarantine zone to restrict the movement of chestnut planting …

2993) Core Activities / Governance & Strategies / The Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM) / CPM - Previous Years / CPM 11 - 2016

The Eleventh Session of the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM - 11) was held in Rome, Italy - FAO, HQ …

2994) 2016 April call for discussion papers on sea containers

As agreed by the Commission for Phytosanitary Measures in its eleventh session in April 2016 (CPM-11 (2016)), the CPM Bureau …

2995) 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 …

2996) From FAO.org: The Tricky Task of Protecting Plants in a Globalized Age

From the FAO Media Center:

2997) 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 …

2998) 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 …

2999) Eradication of Bactrocera dorsalis (Oriental Fruit Fly) in Pixley Ka Seme and ZF Mgcawu District Municipalities, in the Northern Cape province of South Africa

Several B. dorsalis specimens were detected between Douglas to Prieska, Pixley Ka Seme District Municipality, including Groblershoop, Karos, Upington, Kakamas …

3000) Anastrepha ludens (Mexican Fruit Fly): APHIS Removes Four Quarantines in Texas (Laredo, San Ygnacio, Zapata, Arroyo City)

For full report, please visit the NAPPO Phytosanitary Alert System (https://www.pestalerts.org).