The NPPO of Ireland recently informed the EPPO Secretariat of the occurrence of tomato brown rugose fruit virus (Tobamovirus, ToBRFV – EPPO A2 List) on its territory. ToBRFV was first detected in March 2024. A sample had been sent by an Irish grower to a Dutch laboratory which reported back to the NPPO of Ireland.
The outbreak was detected in a greenhouse of 10 000 m2 where tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) are grown for fruit production. Phytosanitary measures according to EU Regulation 2023/1032 are applied.
The pest status of Tomato brown rugose fruit virus in Ireland is officially declared as follows: Present, crop contained within a site with physical protection, under eradication.
Source: gd.eppo.int