Potato wart
Potato wart, or potato canker, is a plant disease caused by a soil-borne fungus. Although it poses no risk to human or animal health, it reduces yield and makes potatoes disfigured.
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About potato wart
Learn about potato wart, including symptoms, how to identify it, how it spreads and where it's found
Potato wart in Prince Edward Island (PEI)
Potato wart was first detected in PEI in 2000. Learn about the investigations and work to help contain, control and prevent its spread
Resistant and susceptible potato varieties
Consideration of which potato varieties to plant is important. Resistant varieties help suppress potato wart and reduce the risk of spread
National potato wart response plan
Restrictions and surveillance activities for potato wart in Canada to protect potatoes, potato production and minimize the impact on trade and the economy
Potato wart testing in Canada
Soil sampling, visual inspections, detections, spore viability and surveillance surveys
Guidance for potato growers
Import requirements, farm biosecurity guidance, pest information, inspection procedures and forms
Potato policy and directives
Policies and directives relating to seed potato certification, the importation and domestic movement of potato, and soil and soil-related things
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Tour of the Charlottetown Laboratory
Get a closer look at how this laboratory helps control and prevent the spread of potato wart.
Find out if a property is affected by movement restrictions
Enter the property identification number to see if your land is affected by movement restrictions.
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