EPPO Global Database

EPPO Reporting Service no. 02 - 2001 Num. article: 2001/030

Liriomyza huidobrensis occurs in Morocco


Liriomyza huidobrensis (EPPO A2 quarantine pest) has recently been observed for the first time in Morocco. L. huidobrensis is now reported as established in the major horticultural areas. However, in some instances good control results are obtained in potato fields using the beneficial insect Diglyphus isaea. The situation of L. huidobrensis in Morocco, can be described as: Present: established in the major horticultural areas.

Sources

Global Potato News. Leaf miner in Morocco.
http://www.potatonews.com/news/other/2000.archive.htm