The cherry season in Argentina has kicked off with an expected export of about 6,000 tons, thanks to improved weather conditions. Aníbal Caminiti, director of the Integrated Association of Argentine Cherry Producers (CAPCI), noted good fruit quality despite delays due to cold spring weather.
Caminiti explains that the harvest is delayed by 7-10 days due to abnormal weather conditions, with a low temperature range between day and night. Despite weather challenges in 2023, with heavy rains and higher temperatures due to El Niño, Argentine growers have avoided significant damage to early varieties, considered the most vulnerable.
"Varieties such as Nimba and Frisco were not damaged, and Brooks, grown mainly in Mendoza, was also unscathed. Some wind damage occurred in some areas due to wind probes, but overall the season was positive," Caminiti says.
About 50% of Argentina's total cherry production is for the domestic market, while the remaining half is exported to countries such as the United States, Europe and the Middle East.
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