Axel You're in a tough place Alex. Bacterial diseases are generally tough, and in woody plants like apples, incredibly persistent. If you're cutting out infected material, I hope you're cutting back at least 6" from the infection. Any pest control material you use right now may be futile until conditions cease favoring disease. Just hold in there until warmer, drier weather prevails, then re-assess. I'm not familiar with the variety, but perhaps its not a good match for your climate. Good luck.
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