Phytophthora fragariae var. fragariae found in Sachsen, Germany
Phytophthora fragariae var. fragariae (EPPO A2 quarantine pest) has been found in Sachsen, Germany, on propagating material of strawberry (cvs. Polka, Elsanta). The Plant Protection Service of Sachsen has taken the following measures: movement of plants from the infected fields is prohibited and further production of young plants on these field is also prohibited until further notice.
Sources
Plant Protection Service of Germany, 1998-08.