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Global Seed Potato Trade Boosts Pest Threats, Urgent Action Needed

1/29/2025

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The surge in global seed potato trade heightens the threat of pests and diseases, calling for a cohesive management strategy. Empowering National Plant Protection Organizations (NPPOs) is crucial for swift detection and containment. With support from GIZ and FAO, advanced diagnostic tools bolster regulatory efforts against menacing threats like Ralstonia solanacearum and Pectobacterium.

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Story summary

The surge in global seed potato trade heightens the threat of pests and diseases, calling for a cohesive management strategy. Empowering National Plant Protection Organizations (NPPOs) is crucial for swift detection and containment. With support from GIZ and FAO, advanced diagnostic tools bolster regulatory efforts against menacing threats like Ralstonia solanacearum and Pectobacterium.