15 Jul 2026
In Haji Omeran, Kurdistan, the cherry harvest is growing thanks to favorable weather, mountain soils and modern techniques. Higher output, firm prices and new investment are strengthening local horticulture and opening fresh opportunities for regional growers today.
14 Jul 2026
Germany’s 2026 sweet and sour cherry harvest is estimated at 51,100 tonnes, up 8.5% from 2025 and 13.5% above the 2016-2025 average. Sweet cherries may reach 40,300 tonnes, with an expected average yield of 7.1 tonnes per cultivated hectare across Germany’s orchards.
13 Jul 2026
Chile’s cherry industry is facing a severe crisis driven by oversupply, falling prices and quality problems. Jordi Casas outlines a path forward: reduce planted area, diversify export markets, invest in genetics and improve orchard management to restore profitability.
10 Jul 2026
Moldova’s late-season sweet cherries are entering peak sales with rising prices, export-grade quality and fresh opportunities across European markets. Weather delays, regional competition and selective demand are shaping a crucial July for growers and traders alike.
06 Jul 2026
Michigan is preparing for the 2026 cherry harvest with reduced volumes, declines of up to 50% in some areas and positive quality. Riveridge Produce invests in new acreage, protective covers and automation to better supply retailers across the Midwest with more efficiency.
02 Jul 2026
British Columbia’s Canadian cherry growers expect one of their strongest 2026 harvests in recent years. Larger fruit, higher Brix levels, new varieties and solid export demand strengthen Canada’s position in premium cherry markets across Europe and Asia, too.
25 Jun 2026
Hungary’s 2026 sour cherry crop is forecast to fall 20-30% to about 30,000 tonnes. Near-empty stocks and stronger harvests in Turkey, Serbia and Poland are reshaping prices, demand and the outlook for Europe’s processing market across the European fruit industry today.
22 Jun 2026
Cherry Growers Australia unveils its 2025-2030 Strategic Plan in Adelaide at the Cherry 2026 conference. The roadmap aims to lift domestic consumption and exports, improve quality, innovation and sustainability, and unite Australian growers around shared priorities.
18 Jun 2026
France’s 2026 cherry production has been revised down after hail in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, weak demand and early Spanish competition. Prices remain under pressure while Europe expects a solid harvest, with Italy recovering and trends in Occitania and Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur.
18 Jun 2026
Turkey’s cherry sector is heading for a stronger export year, driven by a plentiful crop and a longer season in the Western Mediterranean. Demand from Europe, Russia, the Middle East and Asia remains central, while new initiatives target wider access to China for exporters.
