In these spots there is usually a distinct loss of crop in the lower portion of the tree. No shoot strikes have been reported from Oriental fruit moth but these should appear soon. Tarnished plant bug feeding damage has not yet appeared. Green peach aphid colonies have been found but once they start curling the leaves little can be done. Bacterial spot has not been found yet.
Cherries are at pit hardening.
Growers need to protect against plum curculio . American plum borer and lesser peach tree borer adults are flying. These pests find weak trees and damaged trunks attractive for egg laying. Trunk sprays now will provide long term control. Tart cherries are 11 mm in diameter.