March 05, 2008

Phytophthora ramorum retail protocol released

APHIS released its official regulatory protocol for retail nurseries infected with P. ramorum this winter. The document outlines investigation, quarantine and disinfection procedures.

P. ramorum is the pathogen responsible for sudden oak death. Susceptible plants include all species, hybrids and cultivars of Rhododendron and Viburnum.

-- Sarah

Mar 5, 2008 7:42:54 AM | News

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