Fire fire threatens fruit farmers in Mainz-Drais: urgent measures required

Fire fire threatens fruit farmers in Mainz-Drais: urgent measures required

In the Mainz-Drais region, there are alarming developments in fruit growing that could have far-reaching consequences for local agriculture. A bacterium that triggers the dreaded wooden disease "fire fire" spreads and threatens the existence of numerous fruit growers in this area.

threat to fruit production

The damage to the fruit trees is not just an isolated case, but part of a major problem that is evident in Rheinhessen and the Palatinate. Particularly popular types of apple such as Wellant, Gala and Pinova are affected by the growths due to the bacterial infestation. This situation not only has an impact on domestic fruit growers, but could also endanger orchards in the entire region.

origin of the disease

After examinations, the starting point of the problem is near a sports field in Mainz-Drais, where certain trees and shrubs act as host plants. Although these plants are insensitive to the bacterium, but act as a transmitter for the dangerous disease, which then spreads to the more sensitive fruit trees. The transmission is mainly done by the air, which also makes combating the disease more difficult.

Financial damage to the fruit growers

The financial burdens are enormous for many fruit growers. A farmer from Mainz-Drais reported that he has been busy removing affected parts of his trees for weeks. "The damage amounts to at least 10,000 euros," he said. In particularly severe cases, affected trees must be completely cleared, which not only means a financial loss, but also affects long -term production ability.

measures of the city of Mainz

The city of Mainz was instructed by the responsible supervisory authority to immediately remove 15 affected trees and other shrubs at the sports field. As part of these measures, more resistant plant species are to be replanted in order to stop the spread of the bacterium and to minimize the risk of orchards.

provision and future challenges

The incident in Mainz-Drais is part of a worrying trend in Rhineland-Palatinate. In order to counter the challenges of the fire fire, farmers are required to take preventive measures and to develop innovative management strategies. The future of regional fruit production depends crucially on the effective handling of this dangerous disease.

- Nag