Agrilus mali, a beetle pest, mainly affecting Malus species (apple trees) has been added to the UK Pest Risk Register. Currently only known to be present in parts of Asia where it is native to eastern areas and has been introduced to parts of Northwestern China where it is causing damage to wild apple trees.

Identification of this pest will trigger statutory action.

Further information can also be found on the EPPO website. 

Image: Agrilus mali - Credit: Dr Wang Zhi-Yong (Eppo Photos)