PESTS AND DISEASES OF FORESTRY IN NEW ZEALAND
Symptoms observed in May, tree age over fifteen years
Red needle cast occurs from April to October on trees of all ages, but generally those over 3 years old.
Needles
Oily green band, then yellow, then red. Needles detach readily. Resin blobs are sometimes seen at the needle base.
Incidence and severity
Localised/general distribution, almost every tree in affected parts of a stand.
