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Farewell to Andrea Bernardi, leader of Vignola cherries and icon of Emilia-Romagna

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10 Sep 2025

Andrea Bernardi, president of the Vignola Igp Cherry Consortium, passed away at 64 after a long illness. A key figure in cherry farming in Emilia-Romagna, he was a driving force for quality, innovation, and regional identity in Italian fruit and vegetable production.

Record Picota: Jerte PDO closes 2025 with 1.3 million kg certified

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10 Sep 2025

The Jerte PDO closes its 2025 season with 1.3 million kg certified, surpassing the previous year. The campaign was led by picota cherries, supported by new varieties such as Lapins, Burlat and Van, which extended the market season and boosted the PDO’s visibility worldwide.

Ratafia Ciociara PGI: the cherry liqueur that tells the authentic Lazio story

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20 Aug 2025

Ratafia Ciociara has received PGI recognition: a traditional cherry liqueur made exclusively in Frosinone, Lazio. Blending local wines and wild cherries, it offers a deep, authentic taste. Perfect as a digestif, in pastries, or for bold cocktails with an Italian twist.

Cereza del Jerte: 1.3 million kg certified and new varieties on the rise

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14 Aug 2025

The Cereza del Jerte PDO ends the 2025 season with 1.3 million kg certified, driven by Picota and the introduction of new varieties like Lapins, Van and Burlat. A climate-friendly season with top-quality fruit and an extended market availability period.

Door County cherries: history, tradition and unique flavors in Wisconsin’s heart

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11 Aug 2025

Door County cherries in Wisconsin preserve a centuries-old tradition blending history, culture and authentic flavor. From the orchards of the 1800s to today’s mechanical harvest, this red fruit stands as a symbol of identity and a magnet for visitors from around the world.

Prunus avium: the sweet cherry tree standing the test of time and climate

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05 Aug 2025

Prunus avium, known as sweet cherry, is a native tree enriching landscapes with spring blossoms, summer fruits, and vital habitat for wildlife and pollinators. Resilient to climate change, it blends beauty, tradition, and sustainable biodiversity for future ecosystems.

Wild cherry in Tunisia: traditional uses, health benefits and research prospects

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31 Jul 2025

An ethnobotanical study in Jendouba, Tunisia highlights the wild cherry’s medicinal and nutritional value. Its anti-inflammatory, diuretic and protective properties make it a key resource for herbal medicine and sustainable rural development.

Verona cherries 2025: season closes with quality and climate challenges

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23 Jul 2025

The 2025 Veronese Hill Cherries season ends with a 30–40% drop due to bad weather, yet market results are positive. Quality, local identity and the push for PGI certification strengthen the product’s position and recognition in national and international markets.

From the Jerte Valley to Ferrero: Spanish cherries inside Mon Chéri

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17 Jul 2025

For over thirty years, Spanish company Espagry Ibérica has been supplying cherries for Ferrero’s Mon Chéri. From Jerte Valley orchards to alcohol processing and packaging, a quality-driven supply chain focused on export, innovation, and natural cherry-based products.

Cherries from Los Antiguos Valley: extreme sweetness from Patagonia

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07 Jul 2025

The “Cereza del Valle de Los Antiguos” designation celebrates the southernmost cherries in the world, renowned for their unique sweetness, crisp texture, and superior quality. A one-of-a-kind microclimate and over a decade of research elevate Patagonian fruit excellence.