31 Jul 2026
Poland’s cherry season is delivering barely 50% of the 2025 record crop. Frost, drought, extreme heat and heavy imports are squeezing prices and sales, while growers rely on cold storage, premium quality and pick-your-own events to protect margins in a brutal market.
30 Jul 2026
In Aragon, cherry growers receive just €0.50 per kilo while labor alone costs €1.20. ARAGA warns that unsustainable prices, adverse weather and widening supply-chain margins are threatening farms, rural communities and the long-term future of the region’s fruit sector.
29 Jul 2026
UPA-UCE and Asaja urge the Extremadura government to launch an emergency plan for cherry growers in northern Cáceres after storms caused losses above €20 million, destroyed harvests, cut farm income below production costs and exposed major gaps in crop insurance today.
28 Jul 2026
In Kent, England, Agrícola San Clemente and FGA Farming are building an innovative cherry production model that combines technology, Chilean varieties, protective tunnels and seasonal workers from Chile to supply premium fruit directly to the British retail market.
27 Jul 2026
Washington State’s 2026 cherry harvest begins with a smaller crop, good fruit quality, encouraging yields and favorable prices. Mark Grassel examines harvest timing, nighttime picking, climatic risks, labor needs and the challenges shaping a promising season to date.
16 Jul 2026
In the first five months of 2026, Uzbekistan exported 16.8 thousand tonnes of sweet cherries worth $36.5 million. Russia took nearly 70% of shipments, while Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan remained the other leading destinations across the Eurasian market for fresh produce.
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.
