Ask an Expert – Late spring frosts expected to cause “fruit famine” across Utah

Ask an Expert – Late spring frosts expected to cause “fruit famine” across Utah

USU Extension press release UTAH – Late spring frosts across Utah have severely impacted fruit production this year, damaging blossoms and young developing fruit on trees throughout much of the state. Freezing temperatures arrived at a critical time for fruit trees, resulting in widespread crop loss for many growers and homeowners. “Unfortunately, we experienced some late frosts,” said Ben Scow, Utah State University Extension horticulturist. “I…