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.
24 May 2024
One of the main challenges cherries face during the journey is dehydration, which leads to loss of firmness and browning of the pedicel. In addition, the metabolism of the fruit accelerates its senescence, deteriorating the final condition of the fruit.
10 Mar 2026
A study from Argentina shows that discarded sweet cherries can be transformed into freeze-dried cherry powder rich in phenolic compounds and incorporated into pectin-based edible films, creating active materials for food packaging with natural antioxidant properties.
13 Mar 2026
Research published in Scientific Reports shows that PGPR bacteria Pantoea ananatis and Bacillus aryabhattai increase salt stress tolerance in the Gisela 6 cherry rootstock, improving plant growth, photosynthesis efficiency and antioxidant defenses under saline soil conditions.
13 Mar 2026
Chilean cherries remain a key winter fruit in Guangzhou supermarkets. Demand is supported by household purchases, gifting traditions and retail promotions. Despite a more cautious Chinese market and a complex season, consumer trust continues to support sales.
