At the conference in Montecchia di Crosara in the province of Verona, a large and attentive audience of more than 200 local cherry producers had the opportunity to listen to four presentations that outlined the main challenges affecting the choices of farmers and cherry producers.
In the first presentation, Stefano Lugli outlined the process of choosing a variety and provided farmers with the criteria with which to evaluate their investment choice, as well as offering an overview of the main new varieties available from international breeding programmes. Click here to download the presentation.
Agronomist Romano Amidei gave a broad overview of cherry rootstocks, the main agronomic choices, and the different planting distances. Click here to download the presentation.
Tommaso Pantezzi, from the E. Mach Foundation, presented the latest updates in the fight against the dreaded Drosophila suzukii, the insect that has been a serious threat to various crops, including the cherry tree, for the past 10 years. Click here to download the presentation.
Thomas Drahorad concluded the evening by presenting a number of case studies that, in different parts of the world, have constituted paths of excellence to enhance quality in the markets. Click here to download the presentation.
09 Jan 2025
On 16 December, the second cherry conference was successfully held at the Jiaxing Haiguangxing wholesale fruit market. The event was attended by representatives of Frutas de Chile, who received considerable attention.
04 Oct 2024
Officials stated that the estimated harvest of 8,700 tons for this season has decreased by 33% compared to the previous year and by 35% compared to the annual average. The annual harvest has fallen below 10,000 tons only once in the last decade: 9,160 tons in 2021.
21 May 2026
A study in China clarifies how ethylene and PavSPL7 regulate sweet cherry softening. This transcription factor limits cell wall degradation, improving fruit firmness, postharvest quality and potential shelf life for more efficient cherry supply chains worldwide.
21 May 2026
Chilean cherries are entering a new phase shaped by quality, agronomic precision and the demands of the Chinese market. From orchard management to post-harvest, Chile is focusing on uniform, large, competitive fruit with strong commercial value in the global market.
