Myrtle rust found in the Kaimai Ranges

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Myrtle rust has now spread to sites from coast to coast in the North Island. Photo: MPI
Killer fungus myrtle rust has been found in the Kaimai Ranges for the first time, while tracks closed to prevent the spread of the disease near Raglan are expected to reopen soon. Myrtle rust kills myrtle species, including pohutukawa and is spread via the wind. It was first discovered in New Zealand in autumn last […]
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