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1. Pest categorisation of Malacosoma parallela

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Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Gobbi, Alberto, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Gobbi, Alberto, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

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2024

2. Pest categorisation of Dendrolimus punctatus

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Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Gobbi, Alberto, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Sfyra, Oresteia, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Gobbi, Alberto, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Sfyra, Oresteia, and MacLeod, Alan

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2024

3. Pest categorisation of Garella musculana

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Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Gobbi, Alberto, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Sfyra, Oresteia, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Gobbi, Alberto, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Sfyra, Oresteia, and MacLeod, Alan

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2024

4. Pest categorisation of Mimela testaceipes

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Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

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Published
2023

5. Pest categorisation of Urocerus japonicus

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Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

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2023

6. Pest categorisation of Icerya aegyptiaca

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Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Akrivou, Antigoni, Kertesz, Virag, Papachristos, Dimitrios, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Akrivou, Antigoni, Kertesz, Virag, Papachristos, Dimitrios, and MacLeod, Alan

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2023

7. Pest categorisation of Resseliella maxima

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Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

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Published
2023

8. Pest categorisation of Nipaecoccus viridis

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Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

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Published
2023

9. Pest categorisation of Urocerus albicornis

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Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and Macleod, Alan

Subjects
Amylostereum areolatum, Amylostereum chailletii, Siricidae, conifers, pest risk, plant health, quarantine
Published
2023

10. Pest categorisation of Milviscutulus mangiferae

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Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, and Macleod, Alan

Subjects
Hemiptera, plant pest, pest risk, Coccidae, quarantine, mango shield scale, plant health
Published
2023

11. Pest categorisation of Eotetranychus sexmaculatus

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Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and Macleod, Alan

Subjects
plant pest, pest risk, quarantine, Tetranychidae, plant health, six spotted spider mite
Published
2023

12. Pest categorisation of Nilaparvata lugens

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and Macleod, Alan

Subjects
plant pest, brown planthopper, pest risk, plant health, quarantine, rice
Published
2023

13. Pest categorisation of Takahashia japonica

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Akrivou, Antigoni, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, and Macleod, Alan

Subjects
Coccidae, Hemiptera, pest risk, plant health, plant pest, quarantine, string cottony scale
Published
2023

14. Pest categorisation of Paracoccus marginatus

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and Macleod, Alan

Subjects
Hemiptera, plant pest, papaya mealybug, pest risk, Pseudococcidae, invasive species, plant health
Published
2023

15. Pest categorisation of Maconellicoccus hirsutus

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UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Sven Magnusson, Christer, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Gregoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, MacLeod, Alan, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Sven Magnusson, Christer, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Gregoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Maconellicoccus hirsutus (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae), the pink hibiscus mealybug, for the EU. M. hirsutus is native to Southern Asia and has established in many countries in tropical and subtropical regions throughout the world. Within the EU, the pest has been reported from Cyprus and Greece (Rhodes). M. hirsutus is not listed in Annex II of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2072. It is highly polyphagous, feeding on plants assigned to 229 genera in 78 plant families, and shows some preference for hosts in the families Malvaceae, Fabaceae and Moraceae. Economically important crops in the EU such as cotton (Gossypium spp.), citrus (Citrus spp.), ornamentals (Hibiscus spp.), grapes (Vitis vinifera), soybean (Glycinae max), avocado (Persea americana) and mulberry trees (Morus alba) may be significantly affected by M. hirsutus. The lower and upper developmental temperature threshold of M. hirsutus on Hibiscus rosa‐sinensis are 14.5 and 35.0°C, respectively, with optimal female development estimated to be at 29.0°C. There are about 10 generations a year in the subtropics but as many as 15 may occur under optimal conditions. Plants for planting, fruits, vegetables and cut flowers provide potential pathways for entry into the EU. Climatic conditions in EU member states around the Mediterranean Sea and host plant availability in those areas are conducive for establishment. The introduction of M. hirsutus is expected to have an economic impact in the EU through damage to various ornamental plants, as already observed in Cyprus and Greece, and reduction in yield and quality of many significant crops. Phytosanitary measures are available to reduce the likelihood of entry and further spread. Some uncertainties include the area of establishment, whether it could become a greenhouse pest, impact, and the influence of natural enemies. M. hirsutus meets the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to as

Published
2022

16. Pest categorisation of Toumeyella parvicornis

Author

UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Toumeyella parvicornis (Cockerell) (Hemiptera: Coccidae) for the EU territory. This species is not included in EU Commission Implementing Regulation 2019/2072. T. parvicornis is a soft-scale insect native to North America and has been introduced to the Caribbean region and the EU. It has been present in Italy since 2014 (Abruzzo, Campania, Lazio, and Apulia regions) and in France since 2021 (Provence–Alpes–Côte d'Azur region) and is under official control. It develops on Pinus spp. (Pinaceae), feeding on the needles and twigs, especially on new growth. It is sexually reproductive, has one or more generations each year (three in southern Italy), and adult females overwinter on the Pinus needles. It has a high fecundity, up to 1,014 eggs per female in Italy, with an average of 199 eggs for the summer generation and 730 for the overwintering generation. The main natural dispersal stage is the first instar, which crawls over the plant or may be dispersed further by wind and animals. The species can be transported over longer distances with plants for planting. Large populations cause yellowing, needle loss, reduction in growth and recruitment, flagging, dieback and tree mortality. It has had a significant impact to P. pinea (stone pine) in Italy and caused a catastrophic decline of P. caribbea var. bahamensis (Caribbean pine) in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Adult and immature T. parvicornis could enter the EU with Pinus plants for planting; however, the import of Pinus from third countries where the scale is found is prohibited. Host availability and climate suitability indicate that most of the EU would be suitable for establishment. Phytosanitary measures are available to inhibit further introductions and slow the spread within the EU. T. parvicornis satisfies all the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest.

Published
2022

17. Pest categorisation of Russellaspis pustulans

Author

UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, MacLeod, Alan, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, MacLeod, Alan, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, and Maiorano, Andrea

Abstract

The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Russellaspis pustulans (Hemiptera: Asterolecaniidae), the oleander pit scale, for the EU. R. pustulans occurs widely in tropical and subtropical areas of the world and is restricted to indoor plantings in cooler temperate regions. Within the EU, it has been reported in some literature from Cyprus, Italy and Malta though not confirmed by the NPPOs. R. pustulans is not listed in Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2072. It is very polyphagous, feeding on plants in 69 families and exhibits a preference for fig (Ficus carica) and oleander (Nerium oleander). R. pustulans was observed completing up to three generations per year in Egypt, with peaks of presence in June, October and December. The main natural dispersal stage is the first instar, which crawls over the host plant or may be dispersed further by wind and animals. Plants for planting, cut branches and fruits provide potential pathways for entry into the EU. Climatic conditions in some parts of southern EU countries are favourable and host plants are available in those areas to support establishment. However, the magnitude of impact following introduction is uncertain. Phytosanitary measures are available to reduce the likelihood of entry and further spread. R. pustulans does meet the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest.

Published
2022

18. Pest categorisation of Bagrada hilaris

Author

UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

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The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Bagrada hilaris (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae) for the EU territory. B. hilaris, known as the bagrada bug or painted bug, is a polyphagous pest feeding on at least 25 plant families including several economically important brassica crops such as broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower. Other economically important hosts suffering impacts include beans (Fabaceae), wheat and maize (Poaceae). Young plants are particularly vulnerable to adults and nymphs feeding on tender leaves and growing points, which can cause yield losses. B. hilaris occurs in Africa and Asia and has spread to North America (USA and Mexico) and South America (Chile) where there are multiple generations per year. It is not widely distributed in the EU but has been established in Malta and on the Italian island of Pantelleria, south west of Sicily, since the 1970s where it is an economically important pest of capers. The reasons why it has not spread further within southern Europe are unknown. B. hilaris is not a regulated pest in the EU. It could further enter and spread within the EU via the import and movement of host plants or as a hitchhiking species forming aggregations in conveyances and amongst non‐plant traded goods. Host availability and climate suitability suggest that, in addition to Malta and Pantelleria, southern areas of the EU around the Mediterranean would also be suitable for B. hilaris establishment. The introduction of B. hilaris to other Mediterranean areas of the EU would likely cause impacts in a range of crops, particularly brassicas. Measures to prevent entry and spread are available. B. hilaris satisfies all of the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest.

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2022

19. Pest categorisation of Zaprionus indianus

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UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

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The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Zaprionus indianus (Diptera: Drosophilidae), the African fig fly for the territory of the EU. This species successfully colonised the Indian subcontinent more than four decades ago, and more recently South and North America. Within the EU, the pest occurs in Cyprus, Malta, Portugal (Madeira) and Spain (Canary Islands and Andalusia). Z. indianus is not listed in Annex II of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2072. The larvae of this fly feed on more than 80 plant species both cultivated and non-cultivated. Females produce around 60–70 eggs. Egg laying mostly occurs in decaying fruit or fruit with injuries or mechanical damage. However, Z. indianus can oviposit on undamaged healthy fruit such as figs, strawberries and guavas which provide a potential pathway for entry into the EU. Lower temperature thresholds are around 9–10°C. Optimum development occurs at 28°C. The number of generations per year varies from 12 to 16. Climatic conditions in many EU member states and host plant availability in those areas are conducive for establishment. The introduction of Z. indianus is expected to have an economic impact in the EU especially on fig and strawberry production. Damage caused by other fruit flies (Drosophilidae and Tephritidae) could be increased by mixed infestations. Phytosanitary measures are available to reduce the likelihood of entry and further spread. Z. indianus satisfies all of the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest.

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2022

20. Pest categorisation of Platypus apicalis

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UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

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The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Platypus apicalis (Coleoptera: Curculionidae: Platypodinae), an ambrosia beetle, also known as a pinhole borer, for the EU territory. P. apicalis is a polyphagous pest native to New Zealand. The majority of its life cycle is spent inside tree wood, but it does not directly feed on plant tissue, instead larvae and adults feed on a symbiotic fungus (Sporothrix nothofagi which is pathogenic to Nothofagus spp.) vectored by adults and introduced when they bore tunnels into the host. P. apicalis feeds within a wide range of live, often stressed trees, in dead or dying hardwood and softwood trees, and fallen or felled trees. Successful reproduction can occur inside a number of living tree species including Castanea sativa, Pinus spp. and Ulmus spp. P. apicalis is not known to have established outside of New Zealand although findings have been reported in Australia. Whilst there are no records of interceptions of this species in the EU, platypodines are intercepted with solid wood packing material (SWPM) and Platypus species, but not P. apicalis, have been intercepted with wooden logs in Japan. Host plants for planting also provide a potential pathway. Hosts are grown widely across the EU in areas with climates comparable to those in New Zealand where the pest occurs suggesting that conditions in the EU are suitable for its establishment. If introduced into the EU, adults could disperse naturally by flight, perhaps tens or hundreds of metres. The movement of infested wood and host plants for planting within the EU could facilitate spread. Economic impacts in forestry and timber industries would result from the galleries created by P. apicalis and from wood staining caused by the symbiotic fungus. Phytosanitary measures are available to inhibit the entry of P. apicalis. P. apicalis satisfies the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest.

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2022

21. Pest categorisation of Amathynetoides nitidiventris

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UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A., Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A., Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

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The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed the pest categorisation of the ulluco weevil, Amathynetoides nitidiventris (Hustache), for the EU territory. This species is not included in EU Commission Implementing Regulation 2019/2072. However, its only substantiated host, ulluco (Ullucus tuberosus), is included in Annex I of Regulation EU 2018/2019 as a high risk plant prohibited from entering the EU, pending risk assessment. In its native Andean region, A. nitidiventris is univoltine, with a lifecycle highly synchronised with the phenology of its host, reproduction and development take place during the development of tubers. Oviposition occurs in the soil. Larvae feed by tunnelling into the tubers, which most of them abandon to pupate in the soil. A minority pupates in the tubers. Because adult A. nitidiventris are often found in other crops due to crop rotations and crop associations, this species has been mistakenly identified as a pest of other crops. In principle soil and tubers of ulluco could provide a pathway for A. nitidiventris into the EU. However, the soil pathway is closed and ulluco tubers are regulated as high risk plants. There are no EU records of interception. Should this weevil enter the EU, the rarity of its host, which is not known to be cultivated in EU MSs, would hamper establishment, spread, and impact. As a consequence, A. nitidiventris does not satisfy all the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest. The criteria that are not met are the potential for establishment, spread, and economic or environmental consequences in the EU.

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2022

22. Pest categorisation of Sirex nitobei

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UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

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The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Sirex nitobei (Hymenoptera: Siricidae), the nitobe horntail, for the territory of the EU. S. nitobei is not listed in Annex II of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2072 but was identified as a potential regulated pest in a commodity risk assessment of Pinus thunbergii artificially dwarfed plants from Japan. This species is present in Japan (except Hokkaidō), the Republic of Korea and 13 Chinese provinces. S. nitobei attacks several Pinus species and has been reported less frequently on Abies firma and Larix spp., including L. leptolepis. The females oviposit into the sapwood. Eggs are deposited together with a phytotoxic mucus and a symbiotic fungus, Amylostereum areolatum or A. chailletii. The combined action of the venom and the fungus results in the death of the host trees. The fungus degrades the lignocellulosic components of the wood, and the larvae feed on the liquid fraction of the digested residues left by the fungus. All immature stages live in the hosts sapwood. The lifecycle of the pest lasts 1 year. S. nitobei can travel with conifer wood, wood packaging material or plants for planting, but these pathways from third countries are closed by prohibition. However, a derogation exists for artificially dwarfed Japanese black pine (Pinus thunbergii) from Japan, which therefore provides a potential pathway. Climatic conditions in several EU member states and host plant availability in those areas are conducive for establishment. The introduction of S. nitobei is potentially damaging for pines. Phytosanitary measures are available to reduce the likelihood of entry and further spread, and there is a potential for biological control. S. nitobei satisfies all the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest.

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2022

23. Pest categorisation of Pseudococcus cryptus

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UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, MacLeod, Alan, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, and MacLeod, Alan

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The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Pseudococcus cryptus Hempel (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae), the citriculus mealybug, for the EU. P. cryptus originates from Southeast Asia but is now established in East Africa, the Middle East and South America. The pest is not currently known to occur in the EU (there was a record once, in 2006, in a zoo/botanical garden from southern Spain). P. cryptus is not listed in Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2072. It is polyphagous, feeding on plants in more than 90 genera in 51 families, and exhibits a preference for citrus (Citrus spp.) and palms (especially Cocos nucifera, Elaeis guineensis and Areca catechu). It is an important pest of citrus in Japan and parts of the Middle East, although in Israel, it is controlled by natural enemies. It is sexually reproductive, has six overlapping generations each year in Israel, and each female lays up to approximately 150 eggs, depending on temperature and host species. The main natural dispersal stage is the first instar, which crawls over the host plant or may be dispersed further by wind and animals. Plants for planting, fruits, vegetables and cut flowers provide potential pathways for entry into the EU. Climatic conditions in EU member states around the Mediterranean Sea where there is host plant availability, especially citrus, are conducive for establishment. The introduction of P. cryptus is expected to have an economic impact in the EU through reduction in yield and quality of important crops (mainly citrus) and damage to various ornamental plants. Phytosanitary measures are available to reduce the likelihood of entry and further spread. P. cryptus meets the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for this species to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest.

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2022

24. Pest categorisation of Oligonychus perseae

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UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

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The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Oligonychus perseae (Acari: Prostigmata: Tetranychidae), the persea mite, for the EU. O. perseae is a tropical species that originated in Mesoamerica and has now spread and established in California, Florida, Hawaii, Morocco, southern Europe and Israel. Within the EU, it is established in Italy, Portugal and Spain. O. perseae is not listed in Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2072. It is polyphagous, feeding on plants in 20 genera in 17 families. It is most frequently reported on avocado (Persea americana), where it is considered a key pest. No evidence was found indicating damage to other crops. O. perseae live on leaves and do not attack the fruit. Populations usually grow exponentially at the beginning of summer and decline at the end of this season. High population densities can cause severe defoliation, resulting in downgrading of fruit through sunburn. However, this type of damage is common only if trees additionally suffer from water stress. The lack of additional avocado pests in the EU, which facilitates the production of organic avocados, is jeopardised by the occurrence of this mite, as it may require pesticide applications. This is why O. perseae is considered an important pest of avocados in Spain, where more than 80% of EU avocado production occurs. Natural dispersal is restricted to neighbouring trees. However, human-assisted movement can result in long-distance spread. Plants for planting provide potential pathways for further entry and spread, including O. perseae-free EU MS where avocados are grown (i.e. Cyprus, France, Greece). Climatic conditions and availability of host plants in southern EU countries are conducive for establishment. Phytosanitary measures are available to reduce the likelihood of further entry and spread. O. perseae satisfies with no key uncertainties the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union qu

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2022

25. Pest categorisation of Aulacaspis tubercularis

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UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, MacLeod, Alan, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, and MacLeod, Alan

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The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Aulacaspis tubercularis (Hemiptera: Diaspididae), the white mango scale, for the EU. A. tubercularis is a tropical species that originates from Asia but is now established in several tropical and subtropical regions throughout the world. It also occurs within the EU and is established in Italy, Portugal and Spain. A. tubercularis is not listed in Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2072. It is polyphagous, feeding on plants in more than 37 genera in 23 families and is most frequently reported on mango (Mangifera indica). Indeed, it is considered one of the key pests of mango crops around the world. No evidence was found indicating damage to crops other than mango. A. tubercularis is established in southern Spain (Andalusia) with four overlapping generations and two population peaks, one in summer and another in autumn. Andalusia is the main mango producing area of the EU and A. tubercularis can cause losses through downgrading of fruit. The main natural dispersal stage is the first instar, which crawls over the host plant or may be dispersed further by wind and animals. Plants for planting and fruits provide potential pathways for further entry and spread. Climatic conditions and availability of host plants in southern EU countries are conducive for establishment. Phytosanitary measures are available to reduce the likelihood of further entry and further spread. A. tubercularis satisfies the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest.

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2022

26. Pest categorisation of Arboridia kakogawana

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UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Gregoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Gregoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

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The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of the Japanese grape leafhopper, Arboridia kakogawana (Matsumura, 1932) (Hemiptera: Cicadellidae), for the EU territory. This species is not included in the EU Commission Implementing Regulation 2019/2072. Adults of A. kakogawana overwinter in broad-leaved and mixed forests and move to vineyards in the spring where there may be up to four generations, before adults move back to forests during late summer–early autumn to overwinter, possibly under diapause. A. kakogawana has a restricted host range (Vitis spp. and Parthenocissus quinquefolia). It is native to Eastern Asia, from where it moved westwards reaching southern Russia in 1999, and subsequently Ukraine, Romania, Bulgaria and Serbia in 2020. A. kakogawana develops on the abaxial side of the leaves causing chlorotic spots that reduce grape quality. Plants for planting of Vitis L. are banned from entering the EU except from Switzerland, where A. kakogawana is not known to occur. Therefore, this can be considered as a closed entry pathway. However, other plants for planting including the host P. quinquefolia and many broad-leaved trees where overwintering takes place, as well as isolated bark and wood with bark provide potential pathways which are partly regulated but remain open. There are no EU records of interception. Additional introductions and further spread of A. kakogawana into/within the EU, coupled with the ample availability of grapevines and the climatic conditions would most probably allow successful establishment in most EU member states. Should this happen, economic impact in table and wine grapes is anticipated. A. kakogawana satisfies all the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest (UQP).

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2022

27. Pest categorisation of Malacosoma disstria

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UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

The European Commission requested the EFSA Panel on Plant Health to conduct a pest categorisation of Malacosoma disstria Hübner (Lepidoptera: Lasiocampidae), commonly known as the forest tent caterpillar, for the territory of the EU. M. disstria is a North American polyphagous leaf-eating pest primarily feeding on deciduous trees belonging to the genera Acer, Malus, Populus, Prunus, Quercus and Tilia. It is a univoltine species. Eggs are laid on twigs and branches. Larvae emerge in the spring to feed on buds and fresh leaves. Host plants can be completely defoliated although they often refoliate and recover within a few weeks. Nevertheless, three consecutive years of heavy defoliation or repeated periods of defoliation combined with drought can cause extensive tree mortality. As such, M. disstria is regarded as one of the most serious hardwood forestry insect pests in North America. Population upsurges leading to outbreaks are cyclical, generally nine to 13 years apart and can last 2–3 years. Outbreaks have been reported in eastern North America since the late 18th century. Outbreaks in western Canada have spanned up to 200,000 km2. Plants for planting, cut branches and isolated bark provide pathways for entry. Host availability and climate suitability suggest that large parts of the EU would be suitable for establishment. The pest could spread naturally by flight within the EU. Eggs on plants for planting could also facilitate spread. The introduction of M. disstria into the EU could lead to serious outbreaks causing significant damage to forest, orchard and amenity trees and shrubs. Phytosanitary measures are available to inhibit the entry and spread of this species. M. disstria satisfies the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest.

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2022

28. Pest categorisation of Aonidiella orientalis

Author

(PLH), EFSA Panel on Plant Health, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, MacLeod, Alan, (PLH), EFSA Panel on Plant Health, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Aonidiella orientalis (Hemiptera: Diaspididae), the oriental scale, for the EU. A. orientalis is a species mostly occurring in tropical and subtropical areas. It is not listed in Annex II of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2072. It is a polyphagous species, with hosts in more than 160 plant genera belonging to more than 70 families. Numerous important crops suffer economic losses from A. orientalis such as citrus, figs, mangoes, papayas, bananas, palms, tea and some ornamentals. A. orientalis has also been recorded on several other crops which are important for the EU such as cotton, apricots, peaches and grapes, but there are no records of economic impact on these hosts. This scale insect reproduces rapidly and may reach high population density between 15 and 30°C. In the tropics, the scale breeds continuously, generations overlap and all life stages coexist. In Queensland, Australia, A. orientalis can have up to six generations each year. The main natural dispersal stage is the first instar which crawls over the natal host plant or to adjacent host plants and can be dispersed further by wind. Plants for planting, vegetables, cut flowers and fruits provide potential pathways for entry into the EU. Between 1997 and 2019, the UK intercepted A. orientalis more than 120 times, most frequently on mangoes and guava fruit. Climatic conditions and host availability in southern EU MS are favourable for outdoor establishment. Phytosanitary measures are available to reduce the likelihood of entry and spread. The main uncertainties include the area of establishment and magnitude of impact. A. orientalis meets the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest., info:eu-repo/semantics/published

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2022

29. Pest categorisation of Oligonychus perseae

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

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2022

30. Pest categorisation of Pseudococcus cryptus

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

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2022

31. Pest categorisation of Tetraleurodes perseae

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

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2022

32. Pest categorisation of Aulacaspis tubercularis

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Antonatos, Spyridon, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Papachristos, Dimitrios, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

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2022

33. Pest categorisation of Platypus apicalis

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

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2022

34. Pest categorisation of Malacosoma disstria

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

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2022

35. Pest categorisation of Sirex nitobei

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

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2022

36. Pest categorisation of Amathynetoides nitidiventris

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

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2022

37. Pest categorisation of Dendrolimus superans

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, MacLeod, Alan, Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Fejer Justesen, Annemarie, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel P J, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and MacLeod, Alan

Abstract

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2022

38. Pest categorisation of Neomaskellia andropogonis

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and Macleod, Alan

Subjects
plant pest, pest risk, Saccharum officinarum, invasive species, plant health, quarantine, sugarcane whitefly
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2022

39. Pest categorisation of Penthimiola bella

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and Macleod, Alan

Subjects
plant pest, pest risk, Deltocephalinae, citrus leafhopper, plant health, quarantine
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2022

40. Pest categorisation of Russellaspis pustulans

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, MacLeod, Alan, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and UCL - SST/ELI/ELIM - Applied Microbiology

Subjects
Asterolecaniidae, fig trees, Oleander pit scale, pest risk, plant health, plant pest, quarantine, Veterinary (miscellaneous), Plant Science, Microbiology, Animal Science and Zoology, Parasitology, Food Science
Abstract

The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Russellaspis pustulans (Hemiptera: Asterolecaniidae), the oleander pit scale, for the EU. R. pustulans occurs widely in tropical and subtropical areas of the world and is restricted to indoor plantings in cooler temperate regions. Within the EU, it has been reported in some literature from Cyprus, Italy and Malta though not confirmed by the NPPOs. R. pustulans is not listed in Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2072. It is very polyphagous, feeding on plants in 69 families and exhibits a preference for fig (Ficus carica) and oleander (Nerium oleander). R. pustulans was observed completing up to three generations per year in Egypt, with peaks of presence in June, October and December. The main natural dispersal stage is the first instar, which crawls over the host plant or may be dispersed further by wind and animals. Plants for planting, cut branches and fruits provide potential pathways for entry into the EU. Climatic conditions in some parts of southern EU countries are favourable and host plants are available in those areas to support establishment. However, the magnitude of impact following introduction is uncertain. Phytosanitary measures are available to reduce the likelihood of entry and further spread. R. pustulans does meet the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest.

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2022

41. Pest categorisation of Bagrada hilaris

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Grégoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, and Macleod, Alan

Subjects
painted bug, pest risk, Veterinary (miscellaneous), Brassicaceae, plant health, plant pest, quarantine, Plant Science, Microbiology, Animal Science and Zoology, Parasitology, Food Science
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2022

42. Pest categorisation of Matsucoccus massonianae

Author

Bragard, Claude, Baptista, Paula, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Stefani, Emilio, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Gregoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Czwienczek, Ewelina, Kertesz, Virag, Maiorano, Andrea, Stergulc, Fabio, and Macleod, Alan

Subjects
plant pest, Pinus spp. pine bast scale, pest risk, quarantine, plant health
Published
2022

43. Pest categorisation of Crisicoccus pini.

Author

Bragard, Claude, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Gregoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Czwienczek, Ewelina, and Kertesz, Virag

Abstract

The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Crisicoccus pini (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) for the EU territory. This species is not included in the EU Commission Implementing Regulation 2019/2072. C. pini, a mealybug native to Japan, has spread to other parts of Asia, as well as to North America and Europe. It has been introduced to northern Italy (Emilia‐Romagna), where it is under official control. It has also been mistakenly reported from France, although the report refers to a single finding in Monaco. It develops on Abies, Keteleeria, Larix and Pinus species (Pinaceae). It feeds on the needles, especially new growth. It is sexually reproductive, has one or more generations each year and overwinters in the nymphal stage. The main natural dispersal stage is the first instar, which crawls over the plant or may be dispersed further by wind and animals. It can be transported over longer distances with plants for planting. Large populations cause yellowing, needle loss, reduction in growth and recruitment, dieback and mortality. It has had a significant impact to P. densiflora (Japanese red pine) and P. thunbergii (black pine) in China, and P. pinaster (maritime pine) and P. pinea (stone pine) in Italy. Adult and immature C. pini could enter the EU with conifer plants for planting. The import of the host genera Abies, Larix and Pinus, from third countries is largely prohibited, although there are derogations for dwarfed Pinus coming from Japan and the Republic of Korea. The host genus Keteleeria may be imported with a phytosanitary certificate. Host availability and climate suitability indicate that most of the EU would be suitable for establishment. Phytosanitary measures are available to inhibit further introductions and slow the spread within the EU. C. pini satisfies all the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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2021
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44. Pest categorisation of Oligonychus mangiferus.

Author

Bragard, Claude, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Vicent Civera, Antonio, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Gregoire, Jean‐Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Czwienczek, Ewelina, and Kertesz, Virag

Abstract

The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of the mango red spider mite, Oligonychus mangiferus (Rahman and Sapra, 1940) (Acari: Prostigmata: Tetranychidae), for the territory of the EU. This species is not included in the EU Commission Implementing Regulation 2019/2072. The polyphagous mite feeds on more than 50 host plants including tropical fruits such as mangoes and avocados and temperate fruits such as pears, peaches, pomegranates and grapes. It occurs in Africa, Asia, Oceania and South America. O. mangiferus is multivoltine and can develop throughout the year as long as temperatures are above 12°C. The species produces dense webs on the above‐ground parts of their host plants, where all stages of development (egg, larva, nymph and adult) can be found. This species is considered a pest of mango, grapevine, lychee and pomegranate, mostly in areas with hotter climates than those occurring in the EU. Potential entry pathways for O. mangiferus include plants for planting with foliage, fruit and cut flowers. Plants for planting of a few hosts (i.e. Pinus, Prunus, Pyrus, Rosa, Vitis and Arecaceae) are banned from entering into the EU from countries where O. mangiferus is known to occur and can be considered as closed entry pathways. However, other plants for planting, as well as the fruit and the cut flowers pathways remain open. There are no EU records of interception. Should O. mangiferus enter the EU, the ample availability of hosts and the climatic conditions in the EU would most probably allow this species to successfully establish and spread, at least in southern MSs, where economic impact in different fruit production (e.g. pomegranate, mango and grape) is anticipated. O. mangiferus satisfies the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for this species to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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2021
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45. Pest categorisation of Leucinodes pseudorbonalis.

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Bragard, Claude, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A., Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Gregoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Czwienczek, Ewelina, and Kertesz, Virag

Subjects
PYRALIDAE, PESTS, PLANT health, CRAMBIDAE, PLANT-soil relationships
Abstract

The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of the snout moth Leucinodes pseudorbonalis Mally, Korycinska, Agassiz, Hall, Hodgetts & Nuss (Lepidoptera: Crambidae), for the territory of the EU. This species is not included in the EU Commission Implementing Regulation 2019/2072. This oligophagous species, which feeds on fruit and leaves of Solanum aethiopicum (Ethiopian eggplant) and S. melongena (eggplant), is known to occur in sub-Saharan Africa (Angola, Liberia, Senegal, Uganda). Adults oviposit on leaves and newly hatched caterpillars can bore into shoots, causing wilting and dieback, before moving into the fruit, which they tunnel. Damage may be visible only if the fruit is cut open. A single aubergine can be infested by up to 20 larvae. Mature larvae abandon the fruit to pupate in a cocoon in the soil. Adult moths fly for short distances only in darkness. Potential entry pathways for L. pseudorbonalis, such as Solanum spp. plants for planting and soil/growing media are regulated and can be considered as closed. The fruit and leaves pathways remain open from countries where L. pseudorbonalis is known to occur. Indeed, this species was intercepted in the EU with S. aethiopicum eight times from January to June 2021. Should L. pseudorbonalis enter the EU, host availability (S. melongena) and climatic conditions in some limited areas of southern EU Member States could allow this species to successfully establish and spread within these areas. Economic impact in aubergine production is anticipated if establishment occurs. L. pseudorbonalis satisfies the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for this species to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest. Because this is a recently described species, there are knowledge gaps related to the biology of this moth and its distribution. However, these gaps do not affect the conclusions of this categorisation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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2021
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46. Pest categorisation of Retithrips syriacus.

Author

Bragard, Claude, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A., Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Gregoire, Jean-Claude, Malumphy, Chris, Czwienczek, Ewelina, and Kertesz, Virag

Subjects
CULTIVATED plants, PESTS, ADULTS, PLANTS, CUT flowers, ORCHARDS, APPLE orchards
Abstract

The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of the black vine thrips, Retithrips syriacus (Thysanoptera: Thripidae), for the EU territory. This species is not included in EU Commission Implementing Regulation 2019/2072. This polyphagous species feeds, among others, on apple, avocado, banana, cotton, grapevine, persimmon, pear, walnut and other plants cultivated in the EU. R. syriacus occurs in several African and Asian countries and in Florida (USA), the Caribbean and Brazil, in a range of climates some of which also occur in the EU. It can complete up to seven generations per year. It overwinters at the adult stage in the soil. Adult females lay up to 60 eggs in 5–10 days in the leaf tissue or less frequently on the leaf surface. Larvae and adults feed usually on the lower side of leaves. Larvae then drop down, enter the soil, and pupate. Potential entry pathways for R. syriacus, such as plants for planting, cut flowers and fruits, exist. Soil can be considered as a closed pathway. The pest is not known to be present in the EU territory and there are no reports of interceptions. Should R. syriacus arrive in the EU, the availability of hosts and occurrence of potentially suitable climates would be conducive for establishment. Should this species establish in the EU, yield and quality losses in several fruit trees production is anticipated. R. syriacus satisfies the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for this species to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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2021
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47. Guidance on quantitative pest risk assessment

Author

Jeger, Michael, Bragard, Claude, Caffier, David, Candresse, Thierry, Chatzivassiliou, Elisavet, Dehnen-Schmutz, Katharina, Gregoire, Jean-Claude, Anton, Josep, Miret, Jaques, Macleod, Alan, Navarro, Maria Navajas, Niere, Bjorn, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Rafoss, Trond, Rossi, Vittorio, Urek, Gregor, Van Bruggen, Ariena, Van Der Werf, Wopke, West, Jonathan, Winter, Stephan, Hart, Andy, Schans, Jan, Schrader, Gritta, Suffert, Muriel, Kertesz, Virag, Kozelska, Svetla, Mannino, Maria Rosaria, Mosbach-Schulz, Olaf, Pautasso, Marco, Stancanelli, Giuseppe, Tramontini, Sara, Vos, Sybren, and Gilioli, Gianni

Subjects
0106 biological sciences, Computer science, Veterinary (miscellaneous), TP1-1185, Plant Science, 010501 environmental sciences, 01 natural sciences, Microbiology, Risk communication, Expert knowledge elicitation, risk communication, Quantitative pest risk assessment, expert knowledge elicitation, TX341-641, uncertainty, 0105 earth and related environmental sciences, Weight of evidence, model, Nutrition. Foods and food supply, Chemical technology, Uncertainty, risk reduction option, 15. Life on land, Risk reduction option, Risk analysis (engineering), Guidance, Animal Science and Zoology, Parasitology, Pest risk assessment, Commodity risk, PEST analysis, Expert judgement, Settore AGR/12 - PATOLOGIA VEGETALE, Knowledge elicitation, guidance, 010606 plant biology & botany, Food Science, Sciences exactes et naturelles, Model, guidance, quantitative pest risk assessment, risk reduction option, model, uncertainty,risk communication, expert knowledge elicitation, quantitative pest risk assessment
Abstract

This Guidance describes a two‐phase approach for a fit‐for‐purpose method for the assessment of plant pest risk in the territory of the EU. Phase one consists of pest categorisation to determine whether the pest has the characteristics of a quarantine pest or those of a regulated non‐quarantine pest for the area of the EU. Phase two consists of pest risk assessment, which may be requested by the risk managers following the pest categorisation results. This Guidance provides a template for pest categorisation and describes in detail the use of modelling and expert knowledge elicitation to conduct a pest risk assessment. The Guidance provides support and a framework for assessors to provide quantitative estimates, together with associated uncertainties, regarding the entry, establishment, spread and impact of plant pests in the EU. The Guidance allows the effectiveness of risk reducing options (RROs) to be quantitatively assessed as an integral part of the assessment framework. A list of RROs is provided. A two‐tiered approach is proposed for the use of expert knowledge elicitation and modelling. Depending on data and resources available and the needs of risk managers, pest entry, establishment, spread and impact steps may be assessed directly, using weight of evidence and quantitative expert judgement (first tier), or they may be elaborated in substeps using quantitative models (second tier). An example of an application of the first tier approach is provided. Guidance is provided on how to derive models of appropriate complexity to conduct a second tier assessment. Each assessment is operationalised using Monte Carlo simulations that can compare scenarios for relevant factors, e.g. with or without RROs. This document provides guidance on how to compare scenarios to draw conclusions on the magnitude of pest risks and the effectiveness of RROs and on how to communicate assessment results., This publication is linked to the following EFSA Supporting Publications article: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.2903/sp.efsa.2018.EN-1440/full ‘This guidance supersedes: a) the entire Guidance on a harmonised framework for pest risk assessment and the identification and evaluation of pest risk management options by EFSA. https://doi.org/10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1495; b) Sections 1.8 and 1.9 of Guidance on methodology for evaluation of the effectiveness of options for reducing the risk of introduction and spread of organisms harmful to plant health in the EU territory. https://doi.org/10.2903/j.efsa.2012.2755’

Published
2018

48. Pest categorisation of Diaphorina citri.

Author

Bragard, Claude, Dehnen-Schmutz, Katharina, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jacques, Marie-Agnès, Miret, Josep Anton Jaques, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas-Cortes, Juan A., Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Thulke, Hans-Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Kertesz, Virag, and Streissl, Franz

Subjects
PHYTOSANITATION, PESTS, HOST plants, CITRUS, PLANT health
Abstract

The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of Diaphorina citri (Hemiptera: Liviidae) (Asian citrus psyllid) for the EU. D. citri is a key pest of citrus in several countries as it is a vector of serious bacterial pathogens, the putative causal agents of Huanglongbing (HLB) also known as citrus greening. Eggs are laid on tips of growing shoots on and between unfurling leaves. Females may lay more than 800 eggs during their lives. Nymphs pass through five instars. The life cycle requires from 14 to 49 days, depending upon the season. There is no diapause, but populations are low in winter. It overwinters as an adult which may live for several months. The species completes 9-10 generations/year; however, under protected conditions, up to 16 generations have been recorded. Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/2072 (Annex IIA) regulates D. citri, as a quarantine pest not known to occur in the EU territory. Fruits and plants for planting provide potential pathways for entry into the EU. Climatic conditions and the availability of host plants provide conditions to support establishment in the EU. The introduction of D. citri would have an economic impact in the EU through direct but mainly indirect effects due to potential transmission of HLB. Phytosanitary measures are available to reduce the likelihood of entry. D. citri satisfies the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess for it to be regarded as a potential Union quarantine pest. D. citri does not meet the criteria of occurring in the EU, nor plants for planting being the principal means of spread, for it to be regarded as a potential Union regulated non-quarantine pest. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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2021
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49. Pest categorisation of Leptinotarsa decemlineata.

Author

Bragard, Claude, Dehnen‐Schmutz, Katharina, Di Serio, Francesco, Gonthier, Paolo, Jacques, Marie‐Agnès, Jaques Miret, Josep Anton, Justesen, Annemarie Fejer, Magnusson, Christer Sven, Milonas, Panagiotis, Navas‐Cortes, Juan A, Parnell, Stephen, Potting, Roel, Reignault, Philippe Lucien, Thulke, Hans‐Hermann, Van der Werf, Wopke, Civera, Antonio Vicent, Yuen, Jonathan, Zappalà, Lucia, Kertesz, Virag, and Maiorano, Andrea

Subjects
COLORADO potato beetle, POTATOES, EDIBLE greens, PESTS, PRODUCE trade
Abstract

The EFSA Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of the Colorado potato beetle, Leptinotarsa decemlineata (Say) (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) for the EU. L. decemlineata is primarily known as a major defoliator of potatoes (Solanum tuberosum); feeding damage can result in significant yield loss. Field grown tomatoes and eggplants can be attacked and wild solanaceous species are also hosts. Having first established in Europe from North America in the early 20th century, L. decemlineata is now distributed in 21 EU Member States and is regulated in the EU by Commission Implementing Regulation 2019/2072, (Annex III) with protected zones in place for Cyprus, Ireland, Malta, Northern Ireland, parts of Spain (Ibiza and Menorca) and Portugal (Azores and Madeira), seven districts of Finland and five counties in Sweden. Adults occasionally enter some protected zones due to wind currents that carry flying adults; pathways are also provided by plant produce moved in trade. The availability of hosts and suitable climate make establishment of the pest possible in protected zones in the EU, especially in the southern EU. Spread within the protected zones could occur via adult flight and via leafy vegetables moved in trade. Impacts on potato yields would be expected within the protected zones; outdoor grown tomatoes and eggplants could be impacted in the protected zones of southern Member States too. Previous incursions into the current protected zones have been eradicated. L. decemlineata satisfies all of the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess, to conclude that it is a potential protected zone quarantine pest. L. decemlineata does not satisfy all of the criteria that are within the remit of EFSA to assess with respect to regulated non‐quarantine pest status, specifically plants for planting are not the main means of spread. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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2020
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50. Database on apple fruit pests of the EU to support pest risk assessments.

Author

Kertesz, Virag, Monguidi, Mario, and Pasinato, Luca

Subjects
*RISK assessment, *PESTS, *FOOD inspection, *INSECT pathogens, *DATA entry
Abstract

In December 2013, EFSA received a first mandate from the European Commission DG SANTE to gather information on the pests of apple fruit (Malus domestica) in the EU territory (M‐2014‐0016). To satisfy the mandate, EFSA developed an overall approach to systematically collect information on EU apple pests and to organise it within a bespoke database with support from the Austrian Agency for Health and Food Safety. Test data were collected for 12 apple pests (6 insects and 6 pathogens). Based on the experience gathered, the initial database structure was adapted and refined by EFSA, permitting more efficient data gathering. In September 2017, as a follow‐up to the original mandate, EFSA was requested by the European Commission DG SANTE to test the suitability of the revised database in supporting risk assessors in third countries to carry out pest risk assessments of apple fruit as a commodity (M‐2017‐0203). As a first step, the data set on the 12 pests was migrated into the newly revised database structure. This was then converted into the MicroStrategy platform to provide a user‐friendly interface for data search and visualisation. At the same time, a new data entry tool using the systematic literature review software DistillerSR was created to enhance data extraction for future data collections. The interactive data reports were shared with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) in New Zealand for their testing and feedback as potential future users of the database. The overall feedback collected from CFIA and MPI confirms that the EU database on apple fruit pests could become an important tool to provide third countries the necessary technical and biological information for their pest risk assessments. Addressing feedback from CFIA and MPI has further improved the database structure and metadata. The database of apple pests can be included in the EFSA Scientific Data Warehouse and extended to provide a comprehensive list of pests and host plants. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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2020
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