Impatiens Downy Mildew
(Plasmopara obducens)
Impatiens downy mildew is caused by the fungus-like
organism
Plasmopara obducens. Last year the disease was
found for the first time in the UK when it caused serious
damage both on nurseries and in amenity planting.
In line with our Defra colleagues, we are seeking views
to enable us to decide future policy for this disease. A
Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA) has been prepared and can be
accessed via the following link
http://www.defra.gov.uk/planth/newsitems/cost.pdf.
Should you wish to comment on the CBA, please send your
views, by no later than Friday 3 December 2004, to:
John Speirs
SEERAD
Plants, Horticulture and Potatoes
Pentland House
47 Robb's Loan
EDINBURGH
EH14 1TY