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Activating natural plant defences for innovative biotic stress management

Crop protection

04 Feb 2025

Studied between Chilean and Israeli institutes have analyzed the function of pattern-triggered immunity in sweet cherry, induced by the fungal elicitor Xyn11/eix, was analysed. The results show that Xyn11/eix induces two distinct responses: cell death and ethylene increase.

Meda™: new early and intermediate cherry varieties in Europe

Varieties

04 Feb 2025

Meda™ varieties have been evaluated in Europe for three seasons now. All have been selected with a minimum of 35-40 days post-harvest. Meda™'s is the only breeding programme that has used postharvest as a selection filter.

Bumblebees and pollination, wildflower strips help preserve habitat

Tech management

03 Feb 2025

Bumblebees play a key role in the pollination service, particularly during rainy or particularly cold periods. For this function they were one of the focuses of the 2025 edition of ‘Stone Fruit Day’, organised by Washington State University, on 22 January.

Record cherry sales thanks to TikTok: Tasmanian cherries conquer Asia

Markets

03 Feb 2025

Most TikTokkers guarantee the delivery from the orchards of Tasmania straight to the buyer's doorstep. “Maybe 10 years ago we were selling cherries in supermarkets. Now... TikTok is more popular, especially among young people,” said Jack Wang, from Lucaston Park Orchards.

New course on cherry post-harvesting: over 700 participants in Mundoagro's video lessons

Events

31 Jan 2025

The course is taught by consultant Patricio Morales. As the professor explained, in January 2025 we will already be entering the heart of the late post-harvest management of the cherry tree, which is very important in terms of production to be harvested in the new season.

Mumbai toasts Chilean cherries: success beyond expectations thanks to quality

Markets

31 Jan 2025

The container, supplied by grower-exporter Subsole, reached Mumbai on January 22. According to a statement from IG International, sales have since increased, and Indian consumers have responded positively to the quality and taste of the premium cherries.

Cherries and health: many benefits thanks to antioxidants and bioactive compounds

Health

31 Jan 2025

The high content of antioxidants in cherries, particularly anthocyanins, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. These contribute to cardiovascular health by improving blood vessel function and reducing the risk of heart disease.

Varietal innovation, patents and brand strategies, the winning trio for the modern cherry industry

Varieties

30 Jan 2025

For an in-depth look at the topics of varietal innovation and modern commercial development strategies for new cherry varieties, Stefano Lugli of Cherry Times interviewed James Calissi, owner of Calissi Farm, a company specialising in nursery and management of new varieties.

According to A.N.A. Chile, new early varieties show promising results and great potential

Varieties

30 Jan 2025

Specialists agree that the new varieties have great potential. However, ‘we have to keep working,’ says Walter Masman. ‘It is essential that growers know the specific characteristics of each variety and handle them appropriately.’

From sweet cherry pruning waste to a resource for sustainable biocomposites

Tech management

30 Jan 2025

A study involved collecting branches from trees located in mountainous regions of Turkey, at approximately 1,600 meters above sea level. After careful drying and grinding, the branches were processed into wood and bark particles with sizes smaller than 100 micrometers.