Seed pathway of pest dissemination in forest trees: their identities revealed!

5 Apr 22 Image

Seed pathway of pest dissemination in forest trees: their identities revealed!

Since 2018, the ISTA Reference Pest List project aims to revise the repertoire of seed-borne pests in about 50 non-vegetable species. A few days after the International Forest Day (21st March), the ISTA Reference Pest List was enriched with data collected on 5 tree species (Araucarias, spruces, pines, firs, Douglas firs). In total, 50 seed-borne pests were identified, of which 9 can be seed-transmitted.

Infographic credit: @ISTA

To learn more: ISTA-Reference Pest list

You Might Also Like:
CTPS Beet and Industrial Chicory Section: an unprecedented 2026 season and outlook for 2027
The CTPS maize and sorghum immersion section at the GEVES site in Magneraud
CISPS, a commission dedicated to the development and evaluation of service plants
Preserving crop diversity: further work by the Plant Genetic Resources Section
Update to the CTPS price list – November 2026