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<pre>Hello,

I am a new olive grower in Australia with plantings nearing 3 years
of age. I have been greatly disappointed to see healthy, vigorously
growing trees suddenly have branches die. Upon further testing I have
learned that Verticillium bacteria is present in the soil. What can
be done to prevent this disease? Will the trees grow out of this
problem if the dead boughs are pruned back and new growth resumes?
Does it seem to have a pattern of being more prevalent in certain
varieties?

Thanks

Mark
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