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Chilean cherry in China: 140 to 400 pallets per day by air freight

Markets

12 Dec 2024

Julio Ruiz-Tagle, Head of Asia and the Americas at D-Quality Survey, pointed out that the Chilean cherry market in China has shown dynamic behaviour in recent days, influenced by both the steady volume of arrivals and the weather conditions.

Bacterial canker: symptoms, causes, and prevention in the sweet cherry tree during the fall season

Crop protection

11 Dec 2024

The most evident symptoms of bacterial canker in sweet cherry are a dark canker, often accompanied by gummosis. Symptoms commonly develop at the base of trees, particularly in younger trees, which are more susceptible to damage caused by machinery, rodents, frost, and irrigation.

The properties of cherries and sour cherries and uses in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries

Health

11 Dec 2024

Rich in flavonoids, anthocyanins, and phenolic acids, cherries are renowned for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Studies have shown their ability to reduce oxidative stress, a key factor in conditions such as cardiovascular diseases and metabolic disorders.

Cherry Burst™ is the emerging variety of this Chilean season

Varieties

11 Dec 2024

Being at an early stage with this variety, it is still too early to make a full assessment on demand and prices. “Cherry Burst™ generates a lot of interest in the market, especially among early season buyers,” explained Antonia Sánchez of Bloom Fresh.

The impact of fruit abortion during the harvest period

Tech management

10 Dec 2024

According to reports, abortion or pasma occurs 25-30 days after full flowering, when the fruit has already formed and then falls. A tree with an excessive load, for example, will naturally abort more fruits due to competition for photosynthates.

Nitrogen management in stone fruit orchards

Tech management

10 Dec 2024

Nitrogen fertilisation affects important aspects of production, such as fruit quality. Moderate doses favour greater sweetness, texture and size of the fruit, while excessive doses can compromise fruit quality.

Record-breaking cherries: box sold for AUD 165,000

Markets

09 Dec 2024

The auction will see the amount go to 2024's charity partner, Little Wings. The organisation provides free, safe and professional air and ground transportation to seriously ill children in regional and rural towns in New South Wales, Australia and Queensland.

How environmental conditions affect calcium absorption in covered cherries

Covers

09 Dec 2024

Claire Scofield studies the effects of environmental conditions under rain covers on calcium uptake in cherries. The aim is to further our understanding of xylem dynamics and the impact of rain covers on these processes.

The effects of promalin and mulching on sweet cherry tree formation

Nurseries

09 Dec 2024

The aim of the study conducted in the experimental area of the Faculty of Agriculture of Selçuk University (Turkey) was to evaluate the impact of different types of plastic mulch on soil temperature, both independently and in combination with promalin.

Quality and quantity from South America: Chile and Argentina prepare for Chinese New Year

Markets

06 Dec 2024

China, which buys over 90% of Chilean cherries, received the first sea container last week, and hundreds more are expected to follow. This is the best time for cherry shipments to reach China before the Chinese New Year (CNY) on January 29.