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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16 May 2024
The aim of the research was to develop and validate phenological models for eight sweet cherry varieties. The stochastic single-molecule approach facilitated a better understanding of phenology prerequisites, providing valuable data for agricultural management.
Tech management Post-harvest​ Press review Varieties
25 Sep 2023
Is a solution possible? The expert is optimistic and has already taken an important step by defining that one of the important variables affecting post-harvest sensitivity is maturity and therefore its monitoring. But this is not the only challenge.
10 Sep 2026
In stone fruit, auxins, gibberellins, cytokinins and ABA regulate fruit set, cell division and early fruit growth. The Prunus review explains how hormonal balance influences yield, fruit size, early fruit drop and harvest quality, highlighting its value for orchards.
10 Sep 2026
Drought and high temperatures cut the cherry harvest in the Czech Republic: at Mendel University in Brno, production fell by 16% and some fruit was up to half its usual size, making irrigation increasingly crucial for maintaining stable cherry production in coming year.
