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. A peach orchard in St. George. Photo by Dennis Hinkamp “Unfortunately, we experienced some late frosts,” said Ben Scow, Utah State University Extension horticulturist.