Erwinia amylovora found in Corse, France
The NPPO of France recently informed the EPPO Secretariat that 2 outbreaks of fireblight (Erwinia amylovora – EPPO A2 List) have been detected in Corse (FR). During summer 2018, the pathogen was detected in 2 apple (Malus domestica) orchards in the municipalities of Vescovato and San-Giuliano (both in Haute-Corse). Eradication measures were taken.
Sources
NPPO of France (2018-07).