| Abstract: | Fireblight was detected for the first time in Norway in 1986, in a limited outbreak on ornamentals, in particular Cotoneaster. An organization for the eradication and containment of the disease was rapidly established, and given comprehensive statutory powers and resources to do surveys and to remove diseased plants and highly susceptible plants from infested areas. The activities have so far been successful. The disease has remained within a restricted area on the West Coast, and has not moved into important fruit‐growing areas or nurseries. Since 2000, fireblight has spread to some adjoining areas, mainly due to uncontrolled movement of beehives. New statutory powers prohibit movement of beehives out of infested areas from May to October. |
