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The results from Royal Tioga’s solar canopy project in the south of France have been very positive

Covers

04 May 2026

In France, the first Royal Tioga cherries reach the shelves as early as April thanks to protective systems against wind and rain. Early production reduces competition, improves growers’ margins and allows prices of up to €14 per kilo at the start of the season.

Jon Clark: commercial success will increasingly depend on how the cherries are sold

Markets

04 May 2026

In 2026, UK sweet cherries confirm growth, quality gains and steady retail demand. With production forecast at 8,000 tonnes, the key challenge will be diversifying across retail, wholesale and export to capture value during seasonal peaks while reducing waste and big discounting.

The scale dilemma and the value of Chilean cherries in the Chinese market

Markets

04 May 2026

Chilean cherries are facing a decisive shift in China: protecting their premium positioning, managing rising export volumes and turning technical quality into a shared industry standard to safeguard value, reputation and long-term profitability in the Chinese market.

New evidence on the mechanisms underlying cracking in cherry fruits

Tech management

01 May 2026

Sweet cherry cracking significantly impacts yield and market quality. Research highlights the key role of pectins and calcium in cell adhesion and tissue stability, offering valuable insights to reduce fruit splitting and improve orchard management strategies.

Cherry fruit cracking in India: a physiological disorder reducing yield and marketability

Tech management

01 May 2026

Fruit cracking in cherry trees in India can cause losses of up to 85%, affecting quality and market value. This article examines physiological and environmental causes and highlights effective strategies, from irrigation to nutrient management, to reduce damage.

Genome sequencing and assembly in sweet cherry: new opportunities for breeding

Breeding

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.

Italian ceramics at a crossroads: real change is needed

Events

30 Apr 2026

The national cherry conference in Sammichele di Bari explores key challenges and future prospects of Apulia’s cherry sector, focusing on varietal innovation, climate change impacts and market strategies to improve competitiveness and supply chain sustainability.

Forecast for cherry production in Greece: it is best to let the weather speak for itself

Production

30 Apr 2026

Greece’s cherry season starts in Agia with strong production prospects and generally favorable weather conditions. However, potential rainfall and ongoing uncertainty are keeping the market cautious, as supply and demand dynamics could shift rapidly during May.

From fruit to puree: study of anthocyanin preservation in four Prunus species

Processed

29 Apr 2026

A Chinese study examines anthocyanin stability in different cherry species during puree processing, highlighting how chemical structure and processing stages affect pigment loss and the overall quality of the final product.

Botrytis can be much more aggressive than Alternaria in cherry blossoms and fruit

Crop protection

29 Apr 2026

In Chile, the Check Fast Cherry system shows that Botrytis is more aggressive than Alternaria on cherry flowers and fruits. The 48-hour rapid test detects infections in real time and identifies new fungal species, supporting more effective disease control strategies.