Seen something unusual?   MAKE A REPORT

Login/Register
Sites wanted for industry Phytophthora survey

Sites wanted for industry Phytophthora survey

< Back to Newsroom
27 Oct 21 Biosecurity News

Sites wanted for industry Phytophthora survey

KVH is interested in hearing from growers who would like to be included in the industry survey of Phytophthora pathogens in kiwifruit orchards throughout New Zealand.

This spring a further 25 sites from the Northland, South Island and Bay of Plenty regions are planned to be sampled as part of this two-year project.

Spring is a perfect time for sampling as Phytophthora thrive in wet conditions after periods of rain, so planning is to begin sampling at the end of October.

Any growers interested in being included in this survey or who would like to know more about this programme can contact KVH at info@kvh.org.nz.

Sampling includes the collection of root and soil material, and leaves, from four vines. Both healthy and symptomatic vines are included.

More information is available here.

SEEN SOMETHING UNUSUAL?

KVH investigates reports of unusual symptoms to identify and manage any biosecurity risks.

Make A report

USE THE WEATHER & DISEASE PORTAL

The KVH portal is now the Zespri Weather & Disease Portal. Access all the weather tools you're familiar with.

Open now