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The effects of promalin and mulching on sweet cherry tree formation

Nurseries

09 Dec 2024

The aim of the study conducted in the experimental area of the Faculty of Agriculture of Selçuk University (Turkey) was to evaluate the impact of different types of plastic mulch on soil temperature, both independently and in combination with promalin.

Quality and quantity from South America: Chile and Argentina prepare for Chinese New Year

Markets

06 Dec 2024

China, which buys over 90% of Chilean cherries, received the first sea container last week, and hundreds more are expected to follow. This is the best time for cherry shipments to reach China before the Chinese New Year (CNY) on January 29.

Joy Wing Mau Asia prepares for Chilean season, ready to absorb extra production

Markets

06 Dec 2024

China and other Asian markets have the capacity to absorb the increase in volumes of Chilean cherries, says Danny Guo, GM of JWM Asia. However, he cites quality control, channel diversification, and targeted marketing as key factors for success.

Post-harvest browning: heat treatment study from Chile to understand its physiology

Post-harvest​

06 Dec 2024

Internal browning, a physiological disorder that affects the quality of cherries, is a major defect occurring during post-harvest (Palacios-Peralta et al., 2022). The incidence of internal browning has increased in recent years due to longer travel times to export destinations.

Predictions on sour cherry quality via an analysis of cultivars and climatic factors

Production

06 Dec 2024

A study analyzed 10 sour cherry cultivars focusing on varietal characteristics, climatic factors, and fruit and stone weight. These data highlight significant variability among the cultivars and underscore the importance of genetic and environmental factors.

Australian cherry season takes off: target 5,000 tonnes also thanks to Chinese markets

Markets

05 Dec 2024

Given the competition from Chilean cherries, Cherry Growers Australia emphasized that maintaining the superior quality of Australian cherries is essential to offer customers the tastiest product on the market. Last season, Australia exported 4,030 tonnes of cherries.

Orange peel: pre-harvest factors influencing the onset of this physiopathy

Post-harvest​

05 Dec 2024

The objective of this study conducted by 3 Chilean universities was to determine the phenological time of onset of orange peel disorder in relation to several factors that could potentially influence the incidence of the disorder.

Late-ripening cherries: the advantages of Calatayud varieties

Markets

05 Dec 2024

Cherries grown in the regions of Calatayud and Aranda, in the province of Zaragoza, have become a national reference. With over 3,000 hectares cultivated in 20 municipalities, this region is the leader in the Spanish market with an annual harvest exceeding 20.000 tonnes.

A natural ally for skin health can be found in cherry stem extracts

Health

04 Dec 2024

A study characterized cherry stem extract identifying 146 chemical compounds. Flavonoids stood out, along with phenolic compounds, terpenoids, and organic acids. These compounds work to combat free radicals and oxidative processes, which are major contributors to skin aging.

Picota del Jerte in trouble, appropriate insurance policies required against climate damage

Tech management

04 Dec 2024

The president of the Protected Designation of Origin Cherry of Jerte, José Antonio Tierno, lamented the loss of 40% of the season for cherries, which are harvested earlier, and 70% of picota, which matures later. This translates into economic losses exceeding 15 million euros.