Science Into Practice - Reducing losses in conifer dieback
05 Aug 2011 | by HDC
Conifer growers have reported root rot and die-back problems for many years. Species of Phytophthora, and to a lesser extent species of Pythium, are recognised causes.
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Conifer growers have reported root rot and die-back problems for many years. Species of Phytophthora, and to a lesser extent species of Pythium, are recognised causes.
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