In what way am I responsible for my fruit trees?

Local laws specify that you, the owner are responsible for controlling destructive pests and diseases of fruit trees on your property. This is true whether you plant the tree yourself, or buy property with fruit trees already on it.

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1. Are backyard fruit trees more trouble than they are worth?
2. In what way am I responsible for my fruit trees?
3. What harm can my fruit tree do?
4. What are some pests of tree fruits?
5. Why are these pests so harmful?
6. What must I do to control codling moth, San Jose scale and cherry fruit fly?
7. What might happen if I don't control my fruit tree pests?
8. What should I do if I already have a fruit tree on my property and it has not been sprayed for pests?
9. What should I consider before I plant a backyard fruit tree?
10. Can I grow a fruit tree from a sprout growing on my property?