Jan 16, 2015
Nectria fungus reported in Pennsylvania

Penn State Extension has reported the presence of the Nectria fungus in some apple trees. A weak fungus that attacks already compromised trees, growers are encouraged to prune out symptomatic tissue from trees to limit spread of the disease.

For more tips on dealing with the disease, click here.


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