09 Nov 2026
When sourcing processed cherries from Chile, set specifications, size, Brix, microbiological requirements, packaging, Incoterms and shipping dates before harvest. Terms reduce the risk of an unsuitable lot and give processors time to prepare production for the season.
09 Nov 2026
Winter cold influences dormancy and flowering in berry crops, but chill hours, Utah chill units and chill portions are not interchangeable. From vernalization to chill and forcing models, learn how to interpret cold exposure and validate predictions in field observations.
06 Nov 2026
A study in three Israeli cherry orchards tests seismic sensors to detect Cerambyx dux larvae, track pest phenology and map infestations. Signals may reveal activity before visible symptoms and help target inspections, but further validation is needed.
06 Nov 2026
In Tasmania, trials by the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture show GA₃ increases Lapins cherry firmness by about 20%. Application rate and timing affect fruit size and maturity as researchers examine how to balance quality, harvest timing and late-season markets locally.
05 Nov 2026
Argentina’s cherry season is expected to start 5 to 15 days late. If weather conditions are favorable, exports could approach 8,500 tonnes, with annual growth forecast at 10%. The first shipments to international markets are expected between late October and early November.
05 Nov 2026
Moldova and Uzbekistan show different paths for cherry exports. Moldova expanded markets and increased revenues after 2022, while Uzbekistan concentrated sales in Russia. Ukraine’s experience highlights why investment and market diversification matter for competitiveness.
05 Nov 2026
In Chile, cherry orchards are changing with precision irrigation, covers, sensors and genetics: which technologies are ready to adopt, which remain experimental, and how to invest to protect cherry quality, yields and export competitiveness from climate and water risks.
04 Nov 2026
YOLO-CY detects sweet cherry cracks with high accuracy and speed. Tested on 3,662 images, the model achieved 94.88% mAP50 and processed 125 frames per second. Further validation across varieties, sorting lines and operating conditions is still needed before rollout.
04 Nov 2026
Chilean cherries in China are shifting from Lunar New Year gifts to everyday fruit. With prices falling and consumers focused on value, Ipsos outlines four strategies to reach new audiences, highlight quality and wellbeing, and build year-round demand in China and retail.
03 Nov 2026
From packing houses in Yakima, Washington, to Asian markets, machine vision analyzes and sorts cherries, reduces waste, and enables refrigerated sea shipping. Here’s how the technology is changing quality standards, prices, and global demand around Chinese Lunar New Year.
