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Jealous Fruits forecasts promising 2025 cherry season in Canada

Production

30 Jun 2025

Jealous Fruits forecasts an excellent 2025 cherry season in British Columbia: harvest begins in July with premium varieties like Regina, Sovereign, and Kordia. A 30–35% increase in late-season production is expected thanks to ideal growing conditions throughout the season.

Sweet cherries: German season kicks off with early harvests and limited supply

Production

25 Jun 2025

The German sweet cherry season has officially begun with early varieties such as Burlat and Bellise. Although volumes are still limited, growing interest from retailers and active promotional campaigns are boosting demand, with expectations for a dynamic European market ahead.

Sour cherry harvest hits historic low: prices rise and stocks deplete

Production

23 Jun 2025

Hungary's 2025 sour cherry harvest plummets to just 35,000 tons following devastating spring frosts. With key growing regions severely impacted and processing industry stocks nearly depleted, the market faces significant price hikes and widespread supply shortages across Europe.

2025 Cherries: Yakima Valley Crop Grows 9% Over Previous Year

Production

19 Jun 2025

The 2025 cherry season in the U.S. Northwest looks promising: 21.4 million boxes forecasted, a 9% increase over 2024. Optimism rises for exports and domestic sales, thanks to an evenly set crop, better timing, and less overlap with California’s cherry harvest.

Record cherries at Alegra: innovation, quality and cooperation in Vignola

Production

13 Jun 2025

Alegra cherries, grown by 3,800 farmers over 400 hectares in Emilia-Romagna, stand out for their quality, freshness, and tech-driven selection. The cooperative model and climate shields make Vignola’s IGP a resilient and sustainable excellence in the fruit sector.

Los Antiguos cherries earn protected designation of origin in Patagonia

Production

13 Jun 2025

The cherries of Los Antiguos, grown in the heart of Argentine Patagonia, have earned PDO status thanks to a unique microclimate, time-honored farming techniques, and a long collective effort that highlights their quality, sweetness, crunch, sustainability, and export potential.

Picota cherries shine despite rain, strong harvest ahead

Production

10 Jun 2025

The 2025 Picota cherry season in Spain’s Jerte Valley starts two weeks late, but expectations are high for a medium-to-large harvest with excellent fruit quality. Rain and hail had minimal impact. The UK remains the top export market for the product, followed by Spain.

Kiwi Crunch enters cherry market with 132ha in Central Otago

Production

10 Jun 2025

By acquiring 132ha from Cherri Global, Kiwi Crunch enters the cherry market and strengthens its presence in Asia. The counter-seasonality with apples and pears allows year-round supply. In-house sales and logistics start in 2025/26, with volumes set to increase.

Kashmir’s cherries: climate challenges and a sustainable future for the Himalayan red gold

Production

06 Jun 2025

In Kashmir, cherries ripen earlier than anywhere else, offering a short but valuable market window. Amid extreme weather, lack of infrastructure, and new cultivars, growers are betting on innovation, exports, and sustainable supply chains to revive their red gold.

Jerte Cherries 2025: harvest delays, labor sourcing and China export strategy

Production

05 Jun 2025

The 2025 cherry season in Spain’s Jerte Valley, Extremadura, started late but aims for stable output, local labor recruitment, and cautious entry into the Chinese market. The Protected Designation of Origin is also expanding to include three historic varieties.