First report of Plum pox virus in the Republic of Korea
In August 2016, Plum pox virus (Potyvirus, PPV – EPPO A2 List) was found for the first time in the Republic of Korea. The presence of PPV-D has been confirmed in a peach tree (Prunus persica). Eradication measures have immediately been taken. The infected tree has been destroyed and a national survey will be carried out.
The pest status of Plum pox virus in the Republic of Korea has been officially declared as: Transient, actionable, under eradication by official control
Sources
IPPC website. Official Pest Reports – Republic of Korea (KOR-04/4 of 2016-09-06) First outbreak of Plum pox virus (PPV). https://www.ippc.int/en/countries/republic-of-korea/pestreports/2016/08/first-outbreak-of-plum-pox-virus-ppv/