First report of tomato brown rugose fruit virus in Hungary
The NPPO of Hungary recently informed the EPPO Secretariat of the first detection of tomato brown rugose fruit virus (Tobamovirus, ToBRFV – EPPO A2 List) on its territory. The virus was detected in two greenhouses (6.2 ha and 5.2 ha) producing tomato fruit (Solanum lycopersicum) in May 2021 in the municipality of Lébény and the municipality of Forráskút respectively. Typical mosaic symptoms were observed on the leaves, but no particular symptoms could be seen on the fruits. The source of the outbreaks is under investigation, but it is noted that in Lébény, the tomato plants found to be infected with ToBRFV originated from the Netherlands. Eradication measures according to EU Regulation 2020/1191 are implemented. The crop, including the symptomatic fruits, will be destroyed after harvesting asymptomatic fruits. Asymptomatic fruits have been allowed to be sold exclusively for final consumption.
The pest status of tomato brown rugose fruit virus in Hungary is officially declared as: Present, under eradication.
Sources
NPPO of Hungary (2021-05).