Xylella

The latest news and updates on issues surrounding the threat and spread of Xylella fastidiosa and its impact on the horticulture industry.

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Xylella found on olives shipped from Spain to Belgium, reports Belgian trade body

Xylella fastidiosa has been found for the first time in Belgium - on three olive trees imported from Spain.

Xylella plant host list almost doubles following EFSA database update

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has addressed the whole genus Xylella, including both species X. fastidiosa and Xylella taiwanensis with a database now including information on ornamental and edible host plants of Xylella spp.

Importing and exporting plants under a no-deal Brexit: The unanswered questions

Defra has issued guidance on importing and exporting plants in the event of a no-deal Brexit, but UK nurseries say there are still questions to be answered.

RHS show exhibitors receive tightened biosecurity measures

19 October 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

RHS confirms finding of oak processionary moth at Chelsea Flower Show

17 October 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

How are plant buyers and nurseries reacting to tightening biosecurity measures?

8 October 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

Palmstead Nurseries aims greater own propagation

4 October 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

Glendale Horticulture to supply Wyevale Garden Centres with herbs as UK sourcing steps up

20 September 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

Landscape nurseries see market changes as Brexit and plant health issues kick in

18 September 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

Prince Charles says Plant Health and Biosecurity Alliance "bearing fruit"

18 September 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

Plant health agency warns plant importers over accuracy of Xylella spread maps

5 September 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

What were the top trends at the Four Oaks Trade Show?

5 September 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

Growers gear up for Four Oaks Trade Show

15 August 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

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Xylella: is there scope for a cure?

13 September 2017 , By Matthew Appleby

A scientific conference on European research into Xylella fastidiosa held in Palma de Mallorca, Spain will showcase the worldwide work being done to tackle the disease.