Publications
FAO/IPGRI Technical guidelines for the safe movement of germplasm no. 20 - Acacia spp.
2002
Inevitably, the movement of plant germplasm involves a risk of accidentally introduc- ing associated plant pests. Pathogens that cause no symptoms in plants, such as virus- es or bacteria, pose a special risk. To minimize such a risk, preventive measures and effective testing procedures are required to ensure that distributed material is free of pests of potential phytosanitary importance.
FAO/IPGRI Technical guidelines for the safe movement of germplasm no. 21 - Pinus spp.
2002
The purpose of the joint FAO/IPGRI programme is to generate a series of crop/tree- specific technical guidelines that provide relevant information on disease indexing and other procedures that will help to ensure phytosanitary safety when germplasm is moved internationally. The scope of the recommendations in these guidelines is confined to small, specialized consignments used in technical programmes, e.g. for conservation, research and basic plant breeding programmes.
Protecting plantations from pests and diseases
2000
Pests and diseases can damage trees in all stages of development and affect the ability of both natural forests and plantations to meet their management objectives. Some fungi and insects are pests of tree seedlings in nurseries while others attack older trees in a wide variety of ways. The purpose of this paper is to outline case histories of damaging insects and diseases in forest plantations and to describe the strategies and tactics available to reduce such losses.
FAO/IPGRI Technical guidelines for the safe movement of germplasm no. 17 - Eucalyptus spp.
1996
The purpose of the joint FAO/IPGRI programme is to generate a series of crop/tree- specific technical guidelines that provide relevant information on disease indexing and other procedures that will help to ensure phytosanitary safety when germplasm is moved internationally. The scope of the recommendations in these guidelines is confined to small, specialized consignments used in technical programmes, e.g. for conservation, research and basic plant breeding programmes.
A guide to the identification of diseases and pests of neem (Azadirachta indica)
1995
Purpose of this paper is to present an overview of the known pests and diseases of Neem, and it is intended to serve as a guide for their identification. All types of pests organisms and damage affecting Neem are included: from mammals to microscopic bacteria and mycoplasma-like organism (MLOs).