The information and recommendations in this newsletter are applicable to North Carolina and may not apply in other areas.
The information and recommendations in this newsletter are applicable to North Carolina and may not apply in other areas.
From: Dr. Frank Louws, Extension Plant Pathologist
The golden nematode was recently discovered in a 30-acre field in the province of Quebec approximately 12 miles east of Montreal. In response, USDA has imposed an action plan to prohibit the export of all soil-borne products from the province. The Golden Nematode can cause severe damage on potato and other related crops (tomato, eggplant) and therefore is considered a quarantine pest internationally.
Yesterday, it became clear that bare-rooted strawberry transplants originating from Quebec will also be quarantined (fortunately the restriction was not extended to all plants from Canada). Quebec is not a major supplier for strawberry growers in North Carolina or surrounding States. However, they are a major supplier to Florida, Louisiana and other regions. Therefore, North Carolina growers are advised to secure another source of plants if they planned for Quebec plants and all growers should ensure they have their plants ordered and secure as there will be a high demand for all extra plants.
For more information on the Golden Nematode finding and quarantine background information see:
http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/plaveg/pestrava/gloros/20060818inde.shtml
http://www.aphis.usda.gov/ppq/ispm/nematode/
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Last modified on September 11, 2006 by Stephen J. Toth, Jr.