Box Elder County has some of the best fruit tree producing soils in Utah along the benches of the mountains from Willard to Brigham City. This area supports the production of apricots, sweet and tart cherries, peaches, pears and apples trees. Over 40 different varieties of peaches are grown in the county.
On this web page, you will find information that will assist the homeowner and the commercial orchardist alike in the production of tree fruits.
Fruit Tree Diseases
Variety Recommendations
Fruit Tree Insects
If you have questions or comments, contact Mike Pace, USU Extension Agent: 435-695-2541, mike.pace@usu.edu.