Fijivirus zeae(MRDV00)
Distribution details in Greece
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated
2008: Present, restricted distribution
First recorded in: 2002
First recorded in: 2002
In 2002, maize crops showing severe dwarfing symptoms were observed in Northern Greece (Macedonia). In some regions (Imathia and Serres) crop losses reached more than 70%. In 2003, only a few cases were recorded. Serological and molecular analysis confirmed the presence of MRDV.
* Dovas CI, Eythymiou K, Katis NI (2004) First report of Maize rough dwarf virus (MRDV) on maize crops in Greece. Plant Pathology 53(22), p 238.
* Elena K, Alivizatos AS, Varveri C (2008) New plant pathogens reported in Greece, 1990-2007. Hellenic Plant Protection Journal 1(1), 1-25.
* Elena K, Alivizatos AS, Varveri C (2008) New plant pathogens reported in Greece, 1990-2007. Hellenic Plant Protection Journal 1(1), 1-25.