21 Oct 2024
According to Aníbal Caminiti, “The climate has been challenging this season, especially due to the large number of frosts, but despite this, a good production is expected, which would allow us to have enough fruit to export around 8,000 tons. For now, these are just projections".
21 Oct 2024
An English study tested the application of gibberellic acid on sweet cherry trees for fruit development. GA3 is known for its ability to induce parthenocarpy, the formation of seedless fruits, in various plant species. However, effectiveness varies depending on the species.
21 Oct 2024
A hydroponic cherry grower in Hungary collaborated with Gremon Systems to find solutions to prevent fruit cracking. With the help of dendrometers, which measure stem diameter, the grower gained deeper insights into controlling osmotic pressure to reduce cherry cracking.
18 Oct 2024
With nearly 3 hectares of panels over their cherry trees, Christian Clair and his son Adrien are pioneers in the field of agrivoltaics. It’s a system they deem essential to continue producing despite the whims of the weather.
18 Oct 2024
The seminar brought together a heterogeneous group of stakeholders, including farmers, exporters, processors, researchers, representatives from academia, Chambers of Commerce and Industry, government departments, and support organizations for businesses in Gilgit-Baltistan (GB).
18 Oct 2024
According to the Market Intelligence Department of ProChile, based on data from January to December 2023, Chilean fresh fruit shipments to India totaled 163 million dollars, representing about 3% of total global exports, equivalent to 5.791 billion dollars.
17 Oct 2024
Experiments were conducted on sweet cherry flower buds using differential thermal analysis (DTA), a technique that monitors the release of heat due to ice melting. Researchers observed the formation of ice within the bud structure, identifying barriers that prevent its spread.
17 Oct 2024
This season has added another hurdle for producers and exporters, specifically the fruit fly. Given its importance for the sector, Frutas de Chile has organized the webinar “Preparing for the 2024-2025 cherry season with phytosanitary challenges.”
17 Oct 2024
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
16 Oct 2024
Riverking stated to Asiafruit that 80 boxes of Río King cherries landed at Shanghai Pudong Airport on October 12 and were transferred to the Shanghai Huizhan market on October 14. The delivery included a range of extra-large and jumbo cherries of the Cheery Crunch variety.
