Figure 11. Plum pox virus control through early detection and subsequent removal and destruction of infected trees. This sequence demonstrates the process in France: A) Early inspection/survey of orchards; B) Tagging infected trees for removal; C) Removal of infected scions; D) Treatment of the rootstock with a herbicide to prevent suckering; and E) Destruction of removed trees.

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