As preparations are in full swing for the 10th edition of the ISHS International Cherry Symposium, which will take place in Richland, WA, USA, from June 1 to June 5, 2025 (for more details click here https://www.xishscherrysymposium.com/), we inform our readers that the proceedings of the 9th ISHS International Cherry Symposium, held in China in 2023, have been published.
To view the abstracts of the presentations or purchase the volume in print or as an ebook, you can visit the ISHS website at this address https://www.actahort.org/books/1408/. Happy reading!
07 Nov 2024
Area planted to cherry trees in the EU continues to decline slowly as old orchards are not renewed. In 2024, the production declines in Poland and Italy will push the overall EU output forecast down. EU consumption of cherries in MY 2024/25 is expected to increase.
25 Mar 2025
In 2024, Chile set a historical record: cherry exports generated USD 3.57 billion, surpassing the value of Argentine meat exports. Thanks to Chinese demand and strategic trade policies, Chile dominates the global fresh fruit market.
27 Mar 2026
Retractable rain covers enhance yield and fruit quality in family cherry orchards in Chile. They provide climate protection, increased light exposure and efficient labor management, offering a flexible solution for small growers seeking stability and cost optimization.
27 Mar 2026
Insect nets in cherry orchards modify temperature, humidity and solar radiation, shaping the microclimate without altering plant phenology. Data from the Ceris’innov project in France highlight effects on heat, wind, fruit development, quality and orchard management.
