I frequently don't see Black Knot on my trees until after the fungus has dried. Will cutting out the infected branches, at the dried stage, stop it from spreading? Jim Fruth Brambleberry Farm Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 For jams, jellies, syrups and more: www.jellygal.com 1-877-265-6856 (Toll Free) 1-218-831-7018 (My Cell)