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A new set of SSR markers in a single reaction for accurate identification of sweet cherry varieties

Breeding

09 Sep 2026

The 16in1 SSR system improves sweet cherry genotyping by strengthening varietal identification, parentage analysis and breeding. Tested on European and North American cultivars, it delivers far greater discriminatory power than the ECPGR marker set in laboratory use.

Wild cherries: the Melinda-VIP partnership is bearing fruit

Markets

09 Sep 2026

The first mountain cherry season shared by Melinda and VIP ended on a positive note: pooled volumes, processing and coordinated marketing improved efficiency, supported growers’ margins and strengthened the competitiveness of the cherry supply chain during a challenging market se

Molecular markers for the selection of larger-sized cherries

Breeding

08 Sep 2026

A study on cherry germplasm in Hungary analyzes SSR markers BPPCT034 and CPSCT038 linked to fruit size, highlighting new opportunities for marker-assisted selection and genetic improvement of sweet and sour cherry in modern breeding programs across Hungary today in EU.

Monitoring techniques for cherry trees: an essential and successful strategy

Crop protection

08 Sep 2026

With compressed prices and record volumes, cherry profitability in Chile increasingly depends on phenology, BBCH monitoring, leaf wetness and risk management. A data-driven approach helps growers protect fruit quality, exportable yield, margins and market competitiveness.

Getting the most out of cherry orchards through smarter water and soil management

Tech management

08 Sep 2026

In the Okanagan Valley, drought and sandy soils challenge cherry production. A seven-year study compares drip irrigation, micro-sprinklers, compost and mulch to assess their effects on soil moisture, tree growth, water efficiency and long-term orchard fruit productivity.

The reduction in transit times to China will boost exports of Peruvian cherries

Markets

07 Sep 2026

Chancay Port cuts transit to China to 21-23 days, creating new prospects for Peruvian cherries. Peru is focusing on low-chill varieties, Andean growing areas and postharvest technologies to build a competitive position in the expanding global fresh cherry market.

Volumes of frozen Chilean cherries have risen by 95 per cent, opening up new market opportunities

Processed

07 Sep 2026

Chilean frozen cherry exports grew 95% in volume between 2024 and 2025. According to Gonzalo Bachelet of Chilealimentos, the sector offers new opportunities to add value to fruit not sold fresh, diversify markets and support investment in the expanding frozen cherry sector.

Strigolactones against gray mold: a new promising strategy to protect cherries during postharvest

Crop protection

04 Sep 2026

Strigolactones strengthen postharvest defenses in sweet cherries against Botrytis cinerea. Research on the Xianfeng cultivar shows that 0.1 μM reduces gray mold, lesion development and fungal biomass by activating phenylpropanoids, flavonoids and defense proteins.

How to prevent or minimise cold damage to cherry trees. Advice from an expert

Tech management

04 Sep 2026

Managing frost damage in cherry trees requires action from dormancy breaking through vegetative growth. Preventing ice nucleation, protecting cell membranes, and controlling Pseudomonas and bacterial canker can help preserve orchard health, resilience, and productivity.

The cherry sector in the UK is proving to be robust, despite the hot weather

Markets

03 Sep 2026

The British cherry season faces extreme heat and yields at 70–80% of a normal crop, while fruit quality remains high. England's harvest falls to five weeks, as Scotland extends UK supply into September and the market continues to benefit from solid consumer demand overall.