During dormancy and leaf fall there are some points to consider that are very important for the productivity of the orchards. Productivity that begins with a correct entry into “Recess or Dormancy” of the plants. Stage that is key and relevant to achieve full productive potential.
Like other years, we have had a very hot summer, so the plants tend to continue vegetating and metabolically active, which is very negative due to the effect of the accumulation of reserves and a difficult entry into the recess of the trees. Considering the above, we must prepare and bring our gardens to an entry into the recess as normal as possible. Our trees must arrive by May 1st, with 50% yellow or fallen leaves. Once this is done, the plants are receptive to perceiving and accumulating cold...
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13 Mar 2024
"We've had warmer weather than normal," says Trish Taylor, marketing manager of Riveridge Produce Marketing, Inc. "The trees are still dormant, but because of this weather, we think we might be a week early this year."
18 Aug 2023
The International Congress entitled "WHICH BIOSOLUTIONS FOR QUALITY CHERRIES?" will provide answers to some of the most prominent issues in modern cherry growing on Thursday, 9 May as part of Macfrut 2024, Rimini - Italy.
22 Jan 2025
'Arrivals of Chilean cherries by sea have grown significantly this season. More than 40 ships of Chilean cherries have arrived since November and some will continue after the Spring Festival,' reports Zhu, director of Shenzhen Changhong Logistics Co.
22 Jan 2025
‘This season will not be bad for Argentinian exporters. Prices were maintained thanks to the quality of the cherries. We lacked volume, which unfortunately affected producers in Chubut,' said CAPCI Director General Aníbal Caminiti.
