Virulent, aggressive especially in intensive growing and greenhouses
Leaves are wrinkly, bubbly and look similar to mosaic virus pattern.
Fruit develops blotchy brown spot.
Plants are stunted and undersized
HISTORY
2014 – Israel and Mexico – wiped out tom growing
By 2018 – Greece, Italy
2019 – Confirmed in France and Netherlands
1 case in GB (supposedly eradicated)
PREVENTION
No spray, no resistant variety –
Buy only EU certified seed or plants
Practice extreme hygiene (use gloves, clean tools etc)
Take care not to brush against any infected plants with clothing
SPREAD
Soil is infected for 20 years so dispose of sensibly
Burn plants
Disinfect any used pots etc and greenhouse
