08 Aug 2025
Mild winters reduce chill accumulation in cherry trees, leading to uneven bloom and lower fruit quality. Dormancy breakers ensure uniform budburst, advance harvest timing and improve orchard management. Discover correct application rates, timing and precautions.
08 Aug 2025
Vertical seed dispersal of cherry trees in Japan is influenced by fruiting phenology, climate change, and the presence of frugivorous megafauna. The study highlights how birds and mammals shape the ability of plants to adapt to new mountain areas.
07 Aug 2025
A study by the Universities of Padua and Perugia explores the biotechnological potential of Prunus cerasus var. Marasca, a Croatian sour cherry used for Maraschino, highlighting flavanones such as naringenin and its promising nutraceutical industrial applications.
07 Aug 2025
Northern Michigan cherries face climate, market and labor challenges. Through tradition, innovation and diversification, growers and communities are working to preserve an agricultural and cultural heritage that shapes the identity of the region.
07 Aug 2025
Large-caliber cherries are shaped by three critical growth stages: cell proliferation, pit hardening, and final expansion. Genetics and physiology work together to determine the fruit’s size, sweetness, firmness, and premium quality for the most demanding markets.
06 Aug 2025
A Romanian study examines 39 wild cherry genotypes, evaluating phenotypic variability, nutraceutical qualities, and resistance. Results show a strong potential for new high-performance cultivars and enhanced genetic value in the European cherry industry.
06 Aug 2025
Consultant Jessica Rodríguez explains how Chilean cherry growers can prevent decay and improve quality in 2025. Postharvest strategies, phytosanitary control and size selection ensure healthy fruit and profitability in competitive international markets.
05 Aug 2025
In New York vineyards, a study examines the winter survival of Drosophila suzukii. Habitat choice, natural shelters, and adaptive behaviors influence survival, offering valuable guidance for sustainable and effective integrated pest management strategies.
05 Aug 2025
In Teno, Maule Region, Chile, an agrivoltaic project integrates cherry orchards with solar panels. The goal is to optimize water use, enhance export quality, and generate clean energy, opening new sustainable opportunities for agriculture in challenging climates.
05 Aug 2025
Prunus avium, known as sweet cherry, is a native tree enriching landscapes with spring blossoms, summer fruits, and vital habitat for wildlife and pollinators. Resilient to climate change, it blends beauty, tradition, and sustainable biodiversity for future ecosystems.
