EPPO Pest Alert – Clavibacter nebraskensis (Goss’s Wilt)

Clavibacter nebraskensis, the causative agent of Goss’s wilt in maize, has been added to the EPPO Alert List following its detection in South Africa and Mexico. The bacterium poses a significant threat to maize production, with potential yield losses up to 50%. Its spread underscores the need for vigilant monitoring and implementation of phytosanitary measures.