30 May 2025
Cherry pollination in Chile combines honey bees, bumblebees and innovations like electrostatic pollen spraying. Agronomic techniques, climate control and native pollinators enhance fruit set and yield. Learn how to optimize pollination in Chilean cherry orchards.
30 May 2025
The opening of the Chinese market to Jerte cherries marks a new chapter for Spain's cherry sector, but brings complex export protocols. José Antonio Tierno stresses the need for caution, as past experiences with other fruits haven’t always delivered sustainable outcomes.
30 May 2025
In South Africa, sweet cherries are expanding thanks to low-chill varieties and innovative growing systems. Dutoit leads development with high-efficiency orchards, varietal research, and farming techniques tailored to the country's diverse microclimates.
30 May 2025
Turkey leads global cherry production while Chile dominates exports. Together they drive the international cherry market, with strong support from China, the US and Europe. Complementary harvest seasons and rising demand push trade volumes toward all-time highs.
29 May 2025
In Northwest U.S. orchards, electrostatic pollination is improving cherry yields and reducing reliance on bees. This technique works even in poor weather, boosting fruit set and increasing output by up to one ton per acre in key varieties like Tieton and Coral Champagne.
29 May 2025
A Spanish study shows that applying natural salicylates to cherry trees during fruit development improves quality, enhances antioxidants, and extends shelf life—offering an effective postharvest solution for health-conscious consumers and commercial producers alike.
29 May 2025
On a shaded hillside in Narkanda, a veteran and his wife grow chemical-free cherries. Their journey, born from personal loss, became a beacon of hope and resilience. A touching story of natural farming that nourishes the body, honors the earth, and inspires hearts everywhere.
29 May 2025
Mercadona will purchase 8,500 tons of cherries from Aragon during the 2025 season, representing 77% of the national total. The campaign supports the local economy, creates 3,000 jobs, and promotes a sweet, nutritious Spanish fruit from suppliers like SAT Vidrio and Summer Fruit.
28 May 2025
Study in China on the effects of 8 insecticides on Drosophila suzukii and the parasitoid Trichopria drosophilae. Effective and selective compounds were identified for integrated pest management in fruit orchards like cherries, strawberries, and blueberries.
28 May 2025
In Taishan, the 2025 cherry season kicks off: e-commerce, cold chain logistics, and livestreaming bridge agricultural tradition and innovation. The initiative promotes local products like cherries, delivering them across China and beyond with premium logistics.
