Naktuinbouw introduces new seed extract tests in the Netherlands

Published 2022년 1월 20일

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The article highlights a change in virus testing methods for agricultural seeds, with the outright ban of the Elisa testing method as of January 1, 2022. This decision is part of an effort to update the protocols for Tomato Yellow Leaf Curl Virus (TYLCV), extending its application to peppers and aubergines. To replace Elisa, the Taqman RT-PCR test and the ZE-PCR method will be adopted for the detection of Tomato Black Ring Virus (TBRV), Beet Ringspot Virus (BRSV), and TYLCV. These viruses, which are prevalent in Europe, Japan, Saudi Arabia, India, and other regions, pose significant threats to a variety of crops, with TBRV and BRSV spread by nematodes and TYLCV transmitted by whiteflies.

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With the Taqman RT-PCR test, the presence or absence of Tomato Black Ring Virus (TBRV) and Beet Ringspot Virus (BRSV) on seed of the mentioned vegetables can be demonstrated. As a result, the Elisa testing method will expire on 1 January 2022. There was a need from the market to expand the protocol of the Tomato Yellow Leaf Curl Virus (TYLCV). This can now also be used for peppers and aubergines. Naktuinbouw has opted for the reliable and sensitive ZE-PCR method as the testing system for both tests. TBRV and BRSV are found in Europe, Japan, Saudi Arabia and India. Both viruses have a very diverse host range and are transmitted by the nematode ...

Source: Nieuwe Oogst