EPPO Global Database

Sobemovirus RYMV(RYMV00)

Distribution details in Ethiopia

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2014: Present, no details
First recorded in: 2012
Comments
Symptoms were first observed in 2012 in rice fields near Bahir Dar and in the Fogera district (Northwestern part). In 2013, the disease was observed in Fogera and Dera districts.
References
* Rakotomalala MR, Abera B, Pinel-Galzi A, Rakotoarisoa J, Alemu D, Fargette D (2014) First report of Rice yellow mottle virus in Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. Plant Disease 98(10), 1449-1450.
Situation in neighbouring countries
Country State Status
Kenya Present, no details view...