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Effective strategies to reduce cherry cracking: the results of CrackCirera (Spain)

Tech management

25 Mar 2025

The Spanish CrackCirera project tested strategies to reduce cherry cracking by analysing resistant varieties, rain covers and specific treatments. Find out the results and the most effective solutions to protect production and improve fruit quality.

Qicun (China), the capital of greenhouse cherries: technology, cooperation and record harvests

Production

24 Mar 2025

The greenhouses in Qicun, China, are becoming a model for cherry cultivation thanks to advanced techniques, valuable varieties and cooperative management that improves productivity and guarantees high quality fruit, ready for the market as early as mid-April.

PavHIPP genes: improving cold tolerance with genetics

Breeding

24 Mar 2025

Find out how PavHIPP genes can improve cold resistance in cherry trees, increasing production, quality and plant growth even in adverse weather conditions.

O'Higgins, Chile: artificial intelligence for export cherries

Production

24 Mar 2025

The O'Higgins region of Chile uses artificial intelligence to revolutionise cherry cultivation. Drones and sensors ensure accurate data for more efficient, high-quality and competitive production on the global market.

Gibberellic acid: improves hardness and preservation of cherries

Quality

21 Mar 2025

Discover how Professor Juan Pablo Zoffoli's research in Chile is revolutionizing cherry production. Innovative treatments improve size, quality, and shelf life, focusing on the Bing and Lapins varieties. Explore the science behind tastier, market-ready cherries.

Northwest cherries: global marketing powered by influencers and health

Consumption

21 Mar 2025

Northwest Cherries is bringing back the iconic redhead woman in their campaign, paired with influencers, digital ads, and health-focused messaging. The goal: expand into global markets like South Korea and Thailand, leveraging quality, strong demand, and innovative promotions.

Cherries Glamour from Spain in 3 days kick off Europe’s first harvest

Production

21 Mar 2025

Río Cinca, Spain, kicks off Europe’s first cherry harvest with Cherries Glamour — premium, early-season cherries grown in cutting-edge greenhouses. With unmatched brilliance and taste, they’re set to lead Spain’s gourmet fruit market this year.

Agriculture of the future: agro-photovoltaic panels for sustainable cherry trees

Covers

21 Mar 2025

In Chile, agrivoltaic panels are transforming agriculture: they protect cherry trees from sun and hail, improve fruit quality, boost yields, and reduce water consumption. This innovative project combines sustainability and clean energy for a greener future.

Little Cherry Disease: winning strategies to save cherry trees

Crop protection

20 Mar 2025

Little Cherry Disease threatens cherry orchards, causing small, unsaleable fruit. Learn how to recognise it, remove diseased trees and control vectors to protect the crop and keep production healthy and profitable. Practical strategies and up-to-date advice.

Cherry trees and supercooling: a natural defence against frost

Tech management

20 Mar 2025

How do sweet cherry trees survive extreme frost? Scientists study supercooling, a mechanism that keeps the buds alive even at -27°C. Understanding this process is crucial to protect future crops from sudden frosts.