Bullhead

Fruit develops swollen, misshapen growth creating a bumpy or angular texture instead of smooth roundness, affecting appearance and marketability significantly. This physiological disorder relates directly to nutrition imbalance or irregular watering during critical fruit development stages. Maintain consistent soil moisture throughout the growing season and provide balanced fertilizer applications based on soil test results. Check soil pH and micronutrient availability.

Cut off damaged flowers to promote new canes with normal flowers. Reference Horst, R.K. Remove infected material promptly and improve growing conditions to limit pathogen spread. Good sanitation, adequate spacing, and proper irrigation practices reduce disease pressure over time.