Bull suckers are already becoming obvious in this block of cherries on the Upright Fruiting Offshoots system that was planted a year ago at Orchard View Farms. As researchers and growers learn more about the new Upright Fruiting Offshoots training system for sweet cherries, some issues are already cropping up. A panel of growers—Mark Hanrahan from Zillah, Washington; Tom Thornton of Everson, Washington; and Eric Shrum, The Dalles, Oregon—shared their experiences with the UFO during recent cherry industry talks. The following are highlights of what they’ve learned thus far. Bull suckers: Decisive action is required as soon as suckers are […]