Outbreak of Liriomyza huidobrensis in Finland
The NPPO of Finland recently informed the EPPO Secretariat of an outbreak of Liriomyza huidobrensis (Diptera: Agromyzidae - EPPO A2 List) on its territory. On 2012-04-26, L. huidobrensis was caught in sticky traps placed in one glasshouse growing various bedding plants. The origin of the pest remains unknown. Eradication measures were immediately implemented.
The pest status of Liriomyza huidobrensis in Finland is officially declared as: Present, under eradication.
Sources
NPPO of Finland (2012-04).