30 Sep 2025
A scientific study on sweet cherries grown in Morocco’s Fès-Meknès region explores how climate factors like temperature, rainfall, and sunlight affect biochemical composition. The findings help improve fruit quality, antioxidant content, and climate adaptation strategies.
04 Sep 2025
An increasing number of deformed cherries are discarded due to strict aesthetic standards imposed by retailers. This phenomenon, linked to climate change, reduces farmers’ profitability and increases food waste, threatening the sustainability of the entire supply chain.
29 Aug 2025
A study on low-chill sweet cherry cultivars grown in southeastern China analyzes fruit quality, color and gene expression. Promising results show potential to enhance cherry traits in subtropical climates and improve future breeding strategies.
26 Aug 2025
All methods to determine the optimal harvest maturity of sweet cherries: color, weight, soluble solids, acidity, and taste. Combined physical and chemical approach with data from Turkey, Afghanistan, USA, and Denmark to maximize fruit quality and market value.
07 Aug 2025
Large-caliber cherries are shaped by three critical growth stages: cell proliferation, pit hardening, and final expansion. Genetics and physiology work together to determine the fruit’s size, sweetness, firmness, and premium quality for the most demanding markets.
28 Jul 2025
The Washington Cherry Marketing Committee proposes updates to cherry sizing and packaging standards, but USDA approval is stalled. Political pressure and regulatory gridlock hinder innovation, crop insurance protection, and the competitiveness of the cherry sector.
16 Jul 2025
Carlos Tapia, Chilean technical advisor, calls on the cherry industry to prioritize quality, condition and strict production standards. Staying competitive requires advanced techniques, efficiency and cost control—without ever compromising on fruit size or quality.
08 Jul 2025
An innovative study in Campania used HRMAS-NMR spectroscopy to analyze three varieties of Bracigliano PGI cherries, identifying their chemical, nutraceutical, and compositional qualities. The results highlight the value of this traditional Italian product.
29 May 2025
A Spanish study shows that applying natural salicylates to cherry trees during fruit development improves quality, enhances antioxidants, and extends shelf life—offering an effective postharvest solution for health-conscious consumers and commercial producers alike.
20 May 2025
Chilean growers embrace the Humic strategy to enhance cherry color, size, and uniformity. Results from the 2023 and 2024 seasons confirm higher quality, productive yield and profitability using Revital®, Potaliq® and Humic Kolour®, successfully tested across Europe.
