03 Jun 2025
The 1st MUNDOAGRO Special Cherry Congress brought together over 800 agricultural professionals in Chile, featuring international masterclasses, technical forums, and expert discussions on key topics like fruit quality, nutrition, and innovation in cherry cultivation.
03 Jun 2025
Viral infections in sour cherries affect health and yield. Certification and preventive strategies are essential. Hungary stands out as a key study area for tracking the spread of viruses like CVA, PrVF, and PNRSV to improve phytosanitary measures across Europe.
03 Jun 2025
With zero import tariffs, ideal seasonal windows, and a growing middle class of 300 million consumers, India represents a major opportunity for Chilean cherries. As logistics improve and awareness increases, it could become Chile’s next key market for premium fruit exports.
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
Drosophila suzukii threatens Chilean fruit crops: 61% of approved insecticides come from few chemical families. Learn about IPM strategies, biopesticides, ecological refuges and the IRAC app to ensure sustainable resistance management in agriculture.
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
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
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.
