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Fire blight testing #875929

Asked July 04, 2024, 1:26 PM EDT

Hi, My arborist suggested I bring a sample of my apple tree into the U for fire blight testing. Can you direct me to the right contact? Thanks.

Ramsey County Minnesota

Expert Response

The Plant Disease Clinic
https://pdc.umn.edu/
Also Whats Wrong with my plant apple trees and an article on Fire Blight may be useful.
https://apps.extension.umn.edu/garden/diagnose/plant/deciduous/apple/
https://extension.umn.edu/plant-diseases/fire-blight

Linda G Tenneson, Benton County Extension Master Gardener & Tree Care Advisor Replied July 04, 2024, 2:19 PM EDT

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