Orthotospovirus meloflavi(MYSVV0)
Distribution details in Ecuador
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated
2014: Present, no details
First recorded in: 2013
First recorded in: 2013
First found during a survey conducted from January to August 2013 in melon and watermelon crops in the areas of Manabi and Santa Elena.
* Quito-Avila DF, Peralta EI, Martin RR, Ibarra MA, Alvarez RA, Mendoza A, Insuasti M, Ochoa J (2014) Detection and occurrence of Melon yellow spot virus in Ecuador: an emerging threat to cucurbuit production in the region. European Journal of Plant Pathology 140(2), 193-197.