Finding of Liriomyza huidobrensis in Finland
The NPPO of Finland informed the EPPO Secretariat of one finding of Liriomyza huidobrensis (EPPO A2 quarantine pest). The pest was found during November 2002 at one nursery producing pot plants and cut flowers under glass. Phytosanitary measures (destruction of infected plants and appropriate treatments) were taken to eradicate the pest. The situation of Liriomyza huidobrensis in Finland can be described as follows: Present, found in one nursery (glasshouses), under eradication.
Sources
NPPO of Finland, 2002-12.