First report of Meloidogyne chitwoodi in Denmark
The NPPO of Denmark recently informed the EPPO Secretariat of the first report of the root knot nematode Meloidogyne chitwoodi (EPPO A2 List) on its territory. The nematode was detected in October 2023 as part of the annual pest detection survey on ware potato tubers (Solanum tuberosum) grown for starch production. The infested field (3.6 ha) is located in the municipality of Viborg (region of Midtjylland). Preliminary phytosanitary actions include restriction on movement of soil and plant material, and cleaning of machinery if moved from the infested area. Further sampling to determine the extent of the infestation is planned in 2024 and will be followed by cropping restrictions and additional monitoring in the years to come.
The pest status of Meloidogyne chitwoodi in Denmark is officially declared as: Present.
Sources
NPPO of Denmark (2024-01).