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Spanish Greenhouse Cherries on the Rise: Prices Drop, Demand Soars

Production

30 Apr 2025

Spanish greenhouse cherry volumes grow in week 17 of 2025, leading to lower prices but strong international demand, especially to the Middle East and Scandinavia, driven by premium packaging, ideal growing climate and exceptional fruit quality.

Spanish cherries: late start to the season but positive outlook

Production

30 Apr 2025

In 2025, Spain’s cherry harvest will start 7–10 days later than usual. Forecasts predict excellent fruit sizes, stable volumes, and promising new export prospects with the opening of the Chinese market, a key driver for growth in the coming seasons.

Spring frost in Turkey slashes cherry yields by up to 70%

Production

30 Apr 2025

In spring 2025, extreme frost hit Turkey’s highland orchards, slashing cherry yields by up to 70%. Export complications, rising prices, and a shorter harvest expected. Growers aim to protect quality, reduce waste, and maintain profitability.

Tariffs and extreme weather threaten Michigan’s cherry industry

Production

29 Apr 2025

Michigan’s cherry industry faces an unprecedented crisis: tariffs, rising production costs, and extreme weather are putting thousands of farms under severe pressure. Discover what the future may hold for this vital and historic agricultural sector.

The future of cherry cultivation in Emilia-Romagna (Italy): key challenges and new strategies

Production

23 Apr 2025

Cherry farming in Emilia-Romagna faces major challenges: labor costs, installation expenses, phytosanitary threats, and market pressure. Discover how to improve local cherry production while ensuring high quality in a global competitive scenario.

California cherry season starts later with lighter crop but strong quality

Production

16 Apr 2025

California's 2025 cherry season is starting a week late with lower early yields. Fruit size looks strong, but fair pricing is needed to support growers and ensure continuity across California’s fruit supply chain, especially in a competitive and unpredictable global market.

Aragon first in Spain for cherry production: over 13,000 hectares cultivated

Production

14 Apr 2025

With 13,253 cultivated hectares and 41% of national production, Aragon is the leading cherry-growing region in Spain. From variety to quality, up to exports to Europe and Asia, discover all the numbers and projects to enhance the sector.

Jerte Cherries (Spain): blossom begins, first harvest in 40 days

Production

08 Apr 2025

In Spain’s Jerte Valley, over two million cherry trees are now in bloom: the first cherries will be harvested in 35 to 40 days. The D.O.P. adds new certified varieties like Van, Lapins, and Burlat, extending the season until August and focusing on high-quality production.

Record year for Argentine cherries: booming exports and rising prices

Production

07 Apr 2025

Argentina closes the 2024/25 season with a historic cherry export record: 7,600 tonnes. Strong demand, high prices, improved logistics and advanced tech, but Chile now seriously threatens competitiveness in both domestic and global markets, raising producer concerns.

Apulia (Italy): 14 million to innovate the cherry tree sector with new investments

Production

28 Mar 2025

The Apulia Region is investing EUR 14 million to innovate the cherry tree sector, focusing on varietal modernisation and crop protection. Farms will be able to access the funds to improve the competitiveness and resilience of the cherry tree.