21 Nov 2025
Cracking in sweet cherry fruits poses major challenges for growers. This article explores the physiological causes, effective mitigation strategies, and the most resistant cherry cultivars to improve fruit quality and commercial value in a sustainable way.
21 Nov 2025
Peru is betting on cherries as its next major export crop. After a decade of trials, six Andean regions are testing adaptable varieties. The long-term goal is to enter the Chinese market, currently dominated by Chile, leveraging the new Chancay megaport for faster delivery.
20 Nov 2025
The 2025 cherry season in Washington delivered top-tier fruit, but growers faced severe market setbacks. Despite high volumes and great quality, prices dropped. CFS reviews the challenges, market delays, and future strategies to support orchard investors.
20 Nov 2025
INIA research in Chile examines how mineral composition affects fruit quality in three major cherry cultivars: Santina, Lapins, and Regina. The study highlights genotype‑specific nutrient interactions and offers guidance for more precise, data‑driven fertilization strategies.
20 Nov 2025
Environmental stress and energy competition trigger cherry fruit drop. With AI-powered counting systems, producers can accurately estimate yields, optimize harvesting logistics, reduce waste, and strengthen their commercial negotiations in a global market.
19 Nov 2025
An innovative study explores the immune response of Lapins cherry to two MAMPs and the role of carotenoids in resisting Pseudomonas syringae and Botrytis cinerea. New strategies for effective, sustainable protection and varietal resilience in orchards.
19 Nov 2025
Chile is taking major steps in applying the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) to control Drosophila suzukii in cherry orchards, in collaboration with ISCAMEN and supported by IAEA. The project combines biotechnology, integrated pest management and sustainable production practices.
18 Nov 2025
New Zealand’s cherry season is recovering quickly after October’s cold snap. The return of warm weather has boosted growth and pollination, bringing orchards back on schedule and giving growers renewed confidence ahead of the upcoming harvest period.
18 Nov 2025
Gibberellic acid (GA₃) is a key plant hormone to enhance cherry size. When applied during the veraison stage, it improves yield and fruit quality. Learn more about optimal doses, agronomic benefits, and guidance for Chilean cultivars prone to stress and cracking.
18 Nov 2025
The Chilean cherry season is at risk due to Botrytis and Geotrichum. Unexpected rains and mature fruits increase vulnerability. Expert Héctor García calls for immediate use of fungicides and preventive actions to ensure fruit quality and export viability in 2025–2026.
