Objective: to evaluate the conformity of the results obtained by the participating laboratories for the detection of Paenibacillus larvae / Melissococcus plutonius, agents of American/European foulbrood.

Methods evaluated:

• Microscopy
• Conventional and/or real time PCR
• Culture

Matrix: Crushed bee larvae

Provisional agenda:

• Registration deadline: 20/08/2023
• Availability of samples to be tested:  September 2023

Requirements for participation: NRLs and official laboratories from EU Member States. NRLs from third countries (depending on the feasibility). Please contact the EU RL for more information.

Note:

We inform you that registration is now possible using the online platform LEILA (Reference of the ILPT: PLMP23EU)