Since its arrival in France in 2010, Drosophila suzukii has caused extensive damage to several species, including cherries. Its biological characteristics (short development cycle and high number of eggs per female) make it a highly damaging pest.
It is essential that growers develop strategies to combat D. suzukii in every plot in order to minimise production losses.
The purpose of this CTIFL note is to provide technical elements to be taken into account for phytosanitary protection of cherry trees against D. suzukii.
All information in this note is up to 3 May 2023.
05 Apr 2024
"The country recorded a 43% increase in exports this 2023-2024 season," says Wayne Prowse, director of Cherry Growers Australia, "exceeding 4,000 tonnes was good. But it is still not the growth to return to 2017-2020 levels."
22 Jan 2025
A four-year project has started in 2021 to investigate the most innovative physical protection methods available. The activity is carried out thanks to a partnership between Consorzio della Ciliegia IGP di Vignola, Consorzio Fitosanitario di Modena and the University of Bologna.
03 Jun 2025
A Chilean study proves that humidification systems in field collection centers lower dehydration in cherries, preserving weight, appearance, and pedicel freshness even after 30 days in cold storage. A concrete quality boost and long-term strategic edge for exporters.
03 Jun 2025
The 1st MUNDOAGRO Special Cherry Congress brought together over 800 agricultural professionals in Chile, featuring international masterclasses, technical forums, and expert discussions on key topics like fruit quality, nutrition, and innovation in cherry cultivation.
