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What Fungal Diseases are Causing Cherry Cankers in Washington and Oregon?

Tianna DuPont, WSU Extension described the results of a recent survey of cherry cankers causing dieback in Washington and Oregon conducted by Gary Grove, Tianna DuPont and Ashley Thompson and North Central Washington Stone Fruit Day 2025. Cytospora (Leucostoma) was the most common culprit with incidence of Eutypa and Calosphaeria. Part of North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days sponsored by WSU Extension, NW Cherry Growers, Pear Bureau NW, and North Central Washington Fieldmen’s Association.

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