First report of Ciborinia camelliae in Ireland
The NPPO of Ireland recently informed the EPPO Secretariat about the finding of Ciborinia camelliae (EPPO A2 List) on its territory. In April 2010, laboratory analysis confirmed the presence of C. camelliae in a nursery located in county Waterford. Phytosanitary measures were taken to prevent the spread of the pathogen.
The situation of Ciborinia camelliae in Ireland can be described as follows: Present, first detected in 2010 in a nursery (county Waterford), under official control.
Sources
NPPO of Ireland (2010-04).