 They have a thin skin and a thin, creamy, yellow flesh. Cherries are a temperamental crop that is sensitive to temperature, wind, and rain. I can imagine that. Each season, birds eat almost one-third of the crop. While cherries in general present growing challenges, Rainier cherries are unique. Their delicate skins require the cherries to be hand-picked. However, superior taste keeps producers and consumers coming back for more. They're usually a little bit more expensive. Fancier ones. Yeah, Rainier cherries.