Suspected Bacterial Vine Infection

Suspected Bacterial Vine Infection

MAF Biosecurity New Zealand (MAFBNZ) and Zespri have kept Turners & Growers fully advised regarding their investigation of a suspected strain of the bacterial kiwifruit vine disease, Pseudomonas syringae pv actinidiae (Psa), on a North Island kiwifruit orchard.

We understand all necessary precautions are being taken to mitigate any risk of spread and will be working with all parties to encourage best practice orchard hygiene while the investigation continues.

MAFBNZ has advised that the results of tests to confirm whether the vine infection is Psa will be know by Wednesday and, if it is confirmed, we will work with MAFBNZ, Zespri and our growers to implement an agreed action plan.

There is no indication of this bacteria on any Turners & Growers orchards or any orchards growing ENZA kiwifruit varieties.

Turners & Growers will keep the market updated with any new developments in this matter.

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