First report of tomato brown rugose fruit virus in Switzerland
The NPPO of Switzerland recently informed the EPPO Secretariat of the first detection of tomato brown rugose fruit virus (Tobamovirus, ToBRFV – EPPO A2 List) on its territory. The virus was detected in a greenhouse (7.1 ha) producing tomato fruit (Solanum lycopersicum) in July 2021 in the region of Ostschweiz. Eradication measures are being taken and include the destruction of all symptomatic plants in the greenhouse as well as strict hygiene measures in the production site. Fruit can be marketed for the end consumer if they are packed at the production site. The production site will be monitored throughout this season as well as the next two seasons.
The pest status of tomato brown rugose fruit virus in Switzerland is officially declared as: Present, in specific parts of the country, where host crop(s) are grown, under eradication.
Sources
NPPO of Switzerland (2021-07).