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How disinfectants compare in preventing transmission of fire blight
Authors
Monica F. WileyDennis H. Harper
Beth L. Teviotdale
Publication Information
Hilgardia 45(4):21-23. DOI:10.3733/ca.v045n04p21. July 1991.
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Abstract
Clorox, Lysol, and Pine-Sol were superior to rubbing alcohol, Listerine, hydrogen peroxide, Agrimycin 17, or Kocide 101 in preventing transmission of fire blight bacteria. Spraying or soaking was more effective than dipping to surface-sterilize cutting tools.
Wiley M, Harper D, Teviotdale B. 1991. How disinfectants compare in preventing transmission of fire blight. Hilgardia 45(4):21-23. DOI:10.3733/ca.v045n04p21
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