EPPO Global Database

Hymenoscyphus fraxineus(CHAAFR)

Distribution details in Slovakia

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2011: Present, widespread
First recorded in: 2004
From CABI Disease map 1060 (2013): Present, widespread
Comments
Ash dieback was first recorded in 2004 from Eastern Slovakia and rapidly spread across the country. The disease does not cause serious economic loss to the Slovakian forest industry but significantly influences forest ecology and landscape.
References
* Kirisits T, Matlakova M, Mottinger-Kroupa S, Cech TL, Halmschlager E (2009) The current situation of ash dieback caused by Chalara fraxinea in Austria. SDÜ Faculty Forestry Journal, Serial A special issue, 97-119.

* Kunca A, Leontovyc R, Zubrik M, Gubka A (2011) Bark beetle outbreak on weakened ash trees and applied control measures. Bulletin OEPP/EPPO Bulletin 41(1), 11-13.
Situation in neighbouring countries
Country State Status
Austria Present, widespread view...
Czech Republic Present, widespread view...
Hungary Present, restricted distribution view...
Poland Present, no details view...
Ukraine Present, restricted distribution view...