Ours To Protect - Week 41

Fire Blight in Ireland

Fire blight, caused by Erwinia amylovora, devastates pome fruit trees globally. In Ireland, where apple and pear orchards are vital to agriculture, it threatens crop yields and industry sustainability. This brief covers fire blight's impact, symptoms, management, and regulations.

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