01 May 2026
Sweet cherry cracking significantly impacts yield and market quality. Research highlights the key role of pectins and calcium in cell adhesion and tissue stability, offering valuable insights to reduce fruit splitting and improve orchard management strategies.
01 May 2026
Fruit cracking in cherry trees in India can cause losses of up to 85%, affecting quality and market value. This article examines physiological and environmental causes and highlights effective strategies, from irrigation to nutrient management, to reduce damage.
30 Apr 2026
New genomic assemblies for sweet cherry cultivars Santina and Regina in Chile reveal high-quality sequences, genetic variability, and key loci such as S and DAM. Findings support breeding, climate adaptation, and innovation in modern cherry production.
30 Apr 2026
The national cherry conference in Sammichele di Bari explores key challenges and future prospects of Apulia’s cherry sector, focusing on varietal innovation, climate change impacts and market strategies to improve competitiveness and supply chain sustainability.
30 Apr 2026
Greece’s cherry season starts in Agia with strong production prospects and generally favorable weather conditions. However, potential rainfall and ongoing uncertainty are keeping the market cautious, as supply and demand dynamics could shift rapidly during May.
29 Apr 2026
A Chinese study examines anthocyanin stability in different cherry species during puree processing, highlighting how chemical structure and processing stages affect pigment loss and the overall quality of the final product.
29 Apr 2026
In Chile, the Check Fast Cherry system shows that Botrytis is more aggressive than Alternaria on cherry flowers and fruits. The 48-hour rapid test detects infections in real time and identifies new fungal species, supporting more effective disease control strategies.
28 Apr 2026
Bud dormancy in fruit trees is increasingly affected by climate change. Reduced winter chill disrupts flowering and yield, driving research into agrochemicals and more sustainable strategies to maintain productivity, crop quality, and consistent plant development.
28 Apr 2026
The Chilean cherry sector shifts strategy: less rapid growth, more focus on quality, logistics and reputation. The Chinese market is more demanding, while the industry targets higher standards and diversification to sustain value.
28 Apr 2026
Sun World, in partnership with Pairwise, is developing the world’s first seedless cherry. This innovation removes a long-standing consumption barrier, unlocking new opportunities in snacking, retail and foodservice, with potential benefits across the global supply chain.
