27 Nov 2024
A recent study, involving collaboration between researchers from China and France, conducted an extensive analysis of genomic research findings on cherries. Among the traits examined, fruit size and weight are critical determinants of commercial quality.
27 Nov 2024
“Peru has the conditions, it has all the climates, it has inter-Andean valleys where cherries can develop. What do we need? First, market access, which we have already requested" explained Gabriel Amaro, president of the Association of Peruvian Agricultural Producers (Agap).
27 Nov 2024
According to information provided by ANA Chile®, the keys to achieving an optimal harvest with the required quality standards are: avoiding soft fruits due to tree overload, preventing softening in the peduncular zone or "lizard skin" by harvesting with a color above 3.8.
26 Nov 2024
Cherry quality refers to a set of attributes that evoke a sense of well-being when consumed. All these attributes vary between different varieties and even within the same fruit, depending on the ripening stage.
26 Nov 2024
A recent study from Poland analyzed the effects of sublethal doses of acetamiprid and nicotine on Drosophila suzukii, evaluating alterations in wing symmetry among exposed insects. The parameter used for evaluation was the "fluctuating asymmetry".
26 Nov 2024
Despite the frost heavily affecting the early cherry varieties, cherry growers remain optimistic about the overall quality of this season's harvest and the promising opportunities available in both local and international markets.
25 Nov 2024
Despite difficulties in the cultivation of cherry varieties in Peru, trials with varieties from the USA and Italy could start soon. This has improved the national outlook, which in turn is looking at the growing demand in some markets.
25 Nov 2024
This variety, positioned as one of the alternatives for early production areas, with years of good chill hours accumulation and a spring with suitable temperatures, can be harvested 5-10 days earlier than Santina.
22 Nov 2024
The president of Cherry Growers Australia, Alison Jones, shared with ABC Rural that this season's conditions have been much more favorable, with a warm climate and excellent production resulting in high-quality fruit.
22 Nov 2024
Complementary to the application of cytokinin to enhance stage I of fruit growth and improve caliber, the other important stage when defining fruit caliber corresponds to stage III of fruit growth and development where the hormone responsible for this process is Gibberellic acid.
