Scientists have developed the following ­integrated approach to manage canker in cherries: Avoid interplanting new with old trees. Rain can splash inoculum from old trees onto the young, healthy trees.  Do not use sprinkle irrigation on trees for the first three years. In late summer, reduce the amount of water applied for irrigation to harden off the tree so they are not as susceptible to winter injury.  Avoid all types of injuries to trees—mechanical, insect, or frost. Paint trunks with latex paint to prevent sunburn. Delay pruning until spring, as late as May if possible. Avoid wet wounds. Less disease […]