EPPO Global Database

Ophiostoma ulmi(CERAUL)

Distribution details in New Zealand

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2000: Present, restricted distribution
First recorded in: 1989
Comments
EPPO Reporting Service (2000/180) : after the first find in 1989 near Auckland, C. ulmi was also found in the Napier area. It has since been under control in both areas with the aim of eradication. The disease has not been found in the Napier area since 1997, and no new infested locations have been seen in the Auckland area in recent years. Good prospects for eradication in next few years.
References
*Ross, M. (2000) Dutch elm disease under control. Biosecurity, no. 21, August 2000, MAF, New Zealand, p 14.