In the 2024/25 season, we are observing much higher fertility than seen from 2018 to 2023, which may lead to an abundant bloom. This is compounded by the fact that the potential size or caliber of the fruit is limited from the outset due to the increased number of flowers on the spurs.
On the other hand, we currently have favourable conditions in spring and, in addition to the good winter cold accumulation, we need to ensure good conditions at flowering time to ensure fruit set and achieve the expected yields...
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31 May 2024
Traditionally, the cherry season in Uzbekistan ended in mid-June, but in 2024 it will start as soon as the last week of May. This could create problems for exports because even in Ukraine, local cherries are already being actively harvested and sold.
Tech management Planting systems
21 Nov 2023
The MSU team's goal is to test management practices that can reduce replanting problems, decrease nematode damage and increase cherry tree growth, with the aim of producing 'solid recommendations' for growers.
29 Jun 2026
I bioreattori SETISTM migliorano crescita, vigore e radicazione dei portinnesti di ciliegio dolce Prunus avium e Gisela 6. Lo studio evidenzia vantaggi produttivi e sfide legate a iperidricità , genotipo e protocolli di micropropagazione per vivai più efficienti.
29 Jun 2026
In Germany, per capita consumption of cherries and sour cherries fell to 1.7 kg in 2025, while national production rose 33% thanks to favorable weather. Spain, Greece and Italy remain key suppliers, supporting both fresh fruit sales and industrial processing.
