7 June 2023 (France) – We are pleased to highlight that at the 90th World Assembly of Delegates of WOAH in May, new designated Reference Laboratories and a Collaborating Centre were announced.
- WOAH Reference Laboratory for American foulbrood (infection of honey bees with Paenibacillus larvae)
Animal Health Laboratory, Ministry of Primary Industries, New Zealand. Designated Reference Expert: Dr Richard J. Hall
- WOAH Reference Laboratory for varroosis of honey bees
Animal Health Laboratory, Ministry of Primary Industries, New Zealand. Designated Reference Expert: Dr Richard J. Hall
- WOAH Collaborating Centre for Wildlife Health Risk Management
Wildlife Health Australia, Australia. Designated Reference Expert: Dr Steve Unwin.
We extend our congratulations on these confirmations and for ongoing collaborations within the region.
