Coffea arabica trees in a collection at Jimma, Ethiopia, are often attacked and killed by Gibberella xylarioides. Statistical analysis shows a varietal pattern of attack. However, an influence of disease loci is also probable. Varietal differences open the possibility of control with resistant varieties. Localized outbreaks of the disease may permit temporary control by tree eradication and soil treatment.
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