First report of citrus tristeza virus in Lao PDR.

Authors :: Donovan, N. J.
Englezou, A.
Chambers, G. A.
Phanthavong, S.
Daly, A.
Saleh, F.
Holford, P.
Burgess, L. W.
Source :: Australasian Plant Pathology; Nov2021, Vol. 50 Issue 6, p683-685, 3p
Publication Year :: 2021
Abstract: Citrus tristeza virus was detected for the first time in the Lao People's Democratic Republic. Samples were collected from citrus trees across the southern provinces for testing in Australia. RNA was extracted and tested using conventional and real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reactions with the virus detected in 12 of 59 samples tested. Viral identities were confirmed by sequencing. Additional confirmation was obtained by an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. The implications of the presence of this virus for citrus production in Lao are discussed briefly. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]