09 Sep 2026
The 16in1 SSR system improves sweet cherry genotyping by strengthening varietal identification, parentage analysis and breeding. Tested on European and North American cultivars, it delivers far greater discriminatory power than the ECPGR marker set in laboratory use.
08 Sep 2026
A study on cherry germplasm in Hungary analyzes SSR markers BPPCT034 and CPSCT038 linked to fruit size, highlighting new opportunities for marker-assisted selection and genetic improvement of sweet and sour cherry in modern breeding programs across Hungary today in EU.
27 Aug 2026
CRISPR opens new prospects for cherries, blackberries and other crops as Pairwise develops seedless, thornless fruit, higher productivity and resilient varieties. The challenge is bringing gene editing from labs into farms amid costs, regulation and consumer acceptance.
25 Aug 2026
A University of Belgrade study in Serbia examines pollen germination, pollen tube growth and flowering phenology in six sour cherry genotypes, highlighting the decisive role of genetics, environment and phenotypic stability in orchard pollination under field conditions.
21 Aug 2026
A genomic study identifies 17 HSP70 and HSP90 genes in sweet cherry and explains how they respond to heat and salinity. The results highlight key genes, including PavHSP90-5, that could support breeding of cultivars with resilience to climatic and environmental stress.
12 Aug 2026
A study of 27 Hungarian and international sour cherry cultivars examines genetics, anthocyanins and fruit pigmentation. Results show that fruit colour depends mainly on gene expression and regulators such as MYB10, rather than on overall genetic relatedness among cultivars.
16 Jun 2026
Cooperation between Belarus and VNIISPK strengthens genetic improvement in apple, cherry and currant, selecting productive, disease-resistant varieties adapted to local conditions and supporting a more innovative, resilient and competitive fruit industry across Eastern Europe.
11 Jun 2026
Washington State University is tracing breeder Thomas Toyama’s genetic legacy to develop larger, earlier and more resilient cherries. Historic WSU records are now helping researchers identify valuable traits and strengthen modern sweet cherry breeding programs worldwide.
30 Apr 2026
New genomic assemblies for sweet cherry cultivars Santina and Regina in Chile reveal high-quality sequences, genetic variability, and key loci such as S and DAM. Findings support breeding, climate adaptation, and innovation in modern cherry production.
28 Apr 2026
Sun World, in partnership with Pairwise, is developing the world’s first seedless cherry. This innovation removes a long-standing consumption barrier, unlocking new opportunities in snacking, retail and foodservice, with potential benefits across the global supply chain.
