This contingency plan provides background information on pest biology and available control measures to assist production nurseries with preparedness for an incursion into Australia of fire blight (Erwinia amylovora). It provides guidelines and options for steps to be undertaken and considered when developing a Response Plan to this pest. Any Response Plan developed using information in whole or in part from this Contingency Plan must follow procedures as set out in PLANTPLAN and be endorsed by the National Management Group prior to implementation. This contingency plan was developed for the Nursery & Garden Industry Australia (NGIA) and is focused on production nurseries. In the event of an incursion, operations not covered by the NGIA (e.g. retail outlets) will not be eligible for Owner Reimbursement Costs, as defined in the Emergency Plant Pest Response Deed, if affected by actions carried out under an approved Response Plan.
