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Chile aims to optimise its logistics and expand access for its cherries to new Asian markets

Markets

23 Jul 2026

Chile is preparing a mission to China, Vietnam and Indonesia to streamline fruit exports, reduce phytosanitary barriers and improve logistics. Fresh cherries, cold treatments, fruit fly rules and new market openings across key Asian destinations will now lead the agenda.

New premium varieties are paving the way for India’s cherry export ambitions

Varieties

23 Jul 2026

New cherry genetics are strengthening India’s export ambitions. In Kashmir, premium varieties, high-density orchards and postharvest investments are opening new opportunities in global markets and supporting the growth of the country’s cherry industry in export markets.

Canadian Cherry Month is in full swing, from 15 July to 15 August

Consumption

22 Jul 2026

From July 15 to August 15, Canadian Cherry Month encourages shoppers to check labels, bags and store signs before buying Canadian sweet cherries. The BC Cherry Association campaign supports local growers and promotes the Flip & Share contest with weekly prizes available.

Nutraceutical quality of sour cherries: ripening and genotype shape bioactive compounds

Quality

22 Jul 2026

A study of three Hungarian sour cherry cultivars examines how ripening, sugars, organic acids, vitamin C, anthocyanins, polyphenols and melatonin shape fruit quality, nutraceutical value and the best harvest time for fresh markets and industrial processing applications.

INDUSER and ICOEL have formalised a strategic alliance to strengthen post-harvest technologies for cherries

Post-harvest​

21 Jul 2026

INDUSER and ICOEL strengthen Italy’s fresh produce industry through a strategic alliance focused on automation, associative weighing and multi-format packaging. The partnership combines technology, local support and solutions for cherries, blueberries and other produce.

Pot-grown cherry trees under polytunnels: fertigation and slow-release fertilisers are redefining fruit quality

Tech management

21 Jul 2026

In Norway, growing sweet cherries in containers under high-density tunnels delivers strong yields and cultivar-specific quality. The study compares fertigation with slow-release fertilizers on Van, Lapins and Regina, highlighting distinct responses in fruit composition.

With solar panels, bigger cherries and water savings of up to 50 per cent

Covers

21 Jul 2026

In Romania, semi-transparent agrivoltaic panels, IoT sensors and AI-powered irrigation reduced water use in a cherry orchard by 40-50%, while producing larger fruit, longer stems and more precise resource management during extreme heat and drought conditions for growers.

The effect of the climate on the quality of cherries

Tech management

20 Jul 2026

A WSU study shows how heatwaves, low temperatures during bloom and environmental stress affect firmness, stems, pitting and postharvest cherry quality in Washington State, with different responses across Rainier, Bing, Skeena and Sweetheart cultivars in hot seasons.

Spanish research is at the cutting edge: scientists in Elche are improving the flavour and production of cherries

Quality

20 Jul 2026

A study by Miguel Hernández University in Elche shows that natural treatments with putrescine and spermidine can raise sweet cherry yields in Spain by up to 40%, reduce rain-induced cracking, and improve fruit firmness, color, flavor and overall market quality too.

2026 cherry campaign: Vignola, Puglia and Trentino face heat and supply overlap

Markets

17 Jul 2026

Early heat, faster ripening and overlapping harvests across Vignola, Puglia and Trentino shaped the 2026 cherry campaign. Valfrutta Fresco and Agrintesa protected value, quality and grower returns through Vignola IGP cherries, organized supply and strong market demand.