Scientists fighting plague of fire blight that has destroyed fruit tree orchards throughout much of US

The video discusses the challenges faced in fruit production due to fire blight, a destructive bacterial disease affecting trees like apple and quince. Scientists from the U.S. Department of Agriculture have conducted extensive research using antibiotics such as teramiacin and streptamiacin, achieving 98% control of the disease. This research not only improves fruit quality but also paves the way for tackling other bacterial diseases.

What is the primary reason for the abandonment of large areas suitable for fruit production?

• Lack of labor

• Soil erosion

• Fire blight disease

• Climate change

Which fruit trees are primarily affected by fire blight?

• Peach and cherry

• Apple and quince

• Banana and mango

• Orange and lemon

What are the names of the antibiotics used to combat fire blight?

• Penicillin and amoxicillin

• Teramiacin and streptamiacin

• Ciprofloxacin and doxycycline

• Erythromycin and azithromycin

How are the antibiotics applied to control fire blight?

• Applied to the roots

• Mixed with soil

• Sprayed on the leaves

• Injected into the trunk

What percentage of control over fire blight is achieved with the use of antibiotics?

• 75%

• 85%

• 98%

• 100%