As this year comes to a close, the Cherry Times team would like to extend a warm thank you to all our readers, who continue to enthusiastically support our editorial journey dedicated to the wonderful world of cherries and their supply chain.
Throughout this year, we have strived to offer you high-quality content, accurate insights, and timely updates on everything related to the fruit of paradise: the cherry. We hope that our publications have been a valuable source of knowledge and inspiration for you.
Your constant interest and active participation motivate us to improve every day, aiming higher and higher in creating innovative content and providing an information service that meets your expectations.
Thanks to you, Cherry Times is confirmed as a platform recognized and appreciated both nationally and internationally, with readers from over 40 countries worldwide.
A heartfelt thank you also goes to our Scientific Technical Committee, coordinated by Stefano Lugli and composed of Luigi Catalano, José Quero Garcia, Donato Gerin, Gregory Lang, Brunella Morandi, Alessandro Palmieri, Tommaso Pantezzi, and Juan Pablo Zoffoli, whose support and expertise have been fundamental to our work.
We must also thank our sponsors, who have chosen us as their communication partner: Unitec, Icoel, Tomra, Battistini Vivai, Top Plant Vivai, Salvi Vivai, Advice & Consulting. Their support has been crucial to the realization of this project.
To all of you, readers, collaborators, and sponsors, we extend our most sincere thanks for believing in us and our commitment. With your support, we are ready to face a new year full of challenges and opportunities, with the promise to continue offering you the best information on the world of cherries.
As Christmas approaches, we wish you and your families moments of joy, serenity, and love. May these holidays be an opportunity for warmth and sharing.
Cherry Times wishes everyone happy holidays, a Merry Christmas, and a happy and prosperous New Year!
07 Jan 2026
A study from Miguel Hernández University in Alicante investigates the effect of melatonin applied before and after harvest on 'Sunburst' cherries. Results show a 29% rise in anthocyanins and a 5x increase in endogenous melatonin after 21 days at 2 °C in cold storage.
07 Jan 2025
A genetics company and Oregon State University have released sterile males of Drosophila suzukii that have been genetically modified not to reproduce. The idea is that they will one day mate by laying non-viable eggs, thus causing the pest's population to collapse.
28 Apr 2026
Bud dormancy in fruit trees is increasingly affected by climate change. Reduced winter chill disrupts flowering and yield, driving research into agrochemicals and more sustainable strategies to maintain productivity, crop quality, and consistent plant development.
28 Apr 2026
The Chilean cherry sector shifts strategy: less rapid growth, more focus on quality, logistics and reputation. The Chinese market is more demanding, while the industry targets higher standards and diversification to sustain value.
