24 Apr 2025
Over the past 80 years, Estonia has developed dozens of sweet and sour cherry varieties suited to its northern climate. From Tartu University’s research to breeding at Polli Research Center, discover the challenges and success of this unique Baltic fruit cultivation.
14 Apr 2025
Explore the unique cherry biodiversity of Sardinia, Italy. This study reveals 27 traditional varieties with rich genetic traits, high-quality fruits, and strong adaptability—key to sustainable farming and preserving cultural heritage in a changing climate.
04 Apr 2025
The Staccato™ cherry dispute between Canada and the USA is redefining plant patent protection in agriculture. A legal battle over late-season cherries highlights key IP strategies for breeders. Discover 3 lessons to safeguard innovative fruit varieties.
27 Mar 2025
Discover how Royal Tioga cherries are revolutionizing early-season fruit production in Murcia, Spain, with low chill requirements, high yield potential, and premium quality — attracting international interest.
26 Mar 2025
The US Court reinstated the Staccato cherry patent, overturning the previous decision. AAFC will now be able to defend its rights against the unauthorised sale of the 'Glory' variety. A key victory for intellectual property protection in the global fruit industry.
27 Feb 2025
Battistini Vivai offers Giant Red, Royal Helen and Ferdouce. Three cherry varieties with different ripening times to optimise profitability, quality and resistance.
11 Feb 2025
The tree of Natalie® grows like Regina, only the fruit has a different appearance. It is an attraction in every orchard. The recommended pollinator varieties are 'Sylvia' or 'Kordia'. The fruits ripen late (mid to late July), are very large, with firm flesh and slightly aromatic.
04 Feb 2025
Meda™ varieties have been evaluated in Europe for three seasons now. All have been selected with a minimum of 35-40 days post-harvest. Meda™'s is the only breeding programme that has used postharvest as a selection filter.
30 Jan 2025
For an in-depth look at the topics of varietal innovation and modern commercial development strategies for new cherry varieties, Stefano Lugli of Cherry Times interviewed James Calissi, owner of Calissi Farm, a company specialising in nursery and management of new varieties.
30 Jan 2025
Specialists agree that the new varieties have great potential. However, ‘we have to keep working,’ says Walter Masman. ‘It is essential that growers know the specific characteristics of each variety and handle them appropriately.’
