In a wet year, a disease-resistant apple tree may still show the symptoms of apple scab and powdery mildew, fungal diseases that are encouraged by high humidity and wet leaves. Apart from choosing ...

One of the key areas of research has been the identification and characterization of fungal trunk diseases affecting fruit trees in Europe. These diseases are caused by various fungi, including ...

The rot is caused by a fungus that attacks the tree's bark, with apple and pear trees being the most common victims. If not treated, canker can kill a tree in one season and spread then to others.