3561) Commission observes a moment of silence for disaster victims

On 14 March 2011, the sixth session of the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures commenced at FAO Headquarters in Rome. Mr. …

3562) Support from the Norwegian government helps ensure that evening sessions can be held at CPM-6

Evening session during CPM-5. Photo by Stephanie Dubon.During each session of the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures, much of the in-depth …

3563) Reporting the occurence of Papaya Mealybug

The pest was found in sections of one parish,a survey is currently being done to ascertain the spread of the …

3564) Detection of Phytophthora elongata sp. nov in Australia

The fungus has been isolated in the northern jarrah forest of Western Australia from the roots and collars of dead …

3565) Regional workshops on draft ISPMs support participation in the standards setting process

International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPMs) are recognized as the basis for implementing phytosanitary measures applied by Members of the …

3566) Detection of Hypothenemus hampei (Coffee Berry Borer) in Kona, Hawaii

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

3567) First Report of the presence of Red Palm Mite

This is the first reported presence of this pest in Barbados and identification was confirmed by Dr. Ron Ochoa of …

3568) 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 …

3569) Postponement of the Expert Meeting on Resource Mobilization

The IPPC Secretariat has postponed the Expert Meeting on Resource Mobilization from 27th September to 1st of October after consultation …

3570) Occurrence of Banana Bunchy Top Disease on banana and plantain in Cameroon

surveys were carried out in major banana and plantain producing areas in Caeroon in 2008. Banana Bunchy Top Diseases caused …