02 Jun 2025
Drosophila suzukii minaccia le colture frutticole cilene: il 61% degli insetticidi autorizzati appartiene a poche famiglie chimiche. Scopri strategie integrate, uso dei bioinsetticidi, rifugi ecologici e app IRAC per una gestione efficace e sostenibile della resistenza.
02 Jun 2025
A study on postharvest treatments with calcium and silicon reveals how to improve firmness, color and acidity of Bing cherries grown in Mexico. The results show reduced weight loss and enhanced commercial and sensory quality of the fruit during cold storage.
02 Jun 2025
After a rough start, the 2025 season for Marostica PGI cherries is recovering, with production expected to rise 25% over 2024. Excellent quality and favorable weather support the iconic fruit of the Vicenza region and its strong agricultural and culinary tradition.
02 Jun 2025
Agricultural nets are gaining ground among Northwest US cherry growers, offering protection from rain, sun, wind and birds. Still a niche choice, they’re becoming increasingly strategic for premium varieties in response to increasingly extreme weather.
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
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.
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.
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.
