Liriomyza huidobrensis detected in Israel
The Ministry of Agriculture of Israel has informed EPPO that Liriomyza huidobrensis (EPPO A2 quarantine pest) has been found in cut flower production sites in the Jordan valley. The Plant Protection and Inspection Department of the Ministry of Agriculture is currently investigating the extend of this spread and possibilities to control it.
Sources
Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Plant Protection and Inspection, Bet-Dagan (1993-03)