In this video, Prof. Lang illustrates the differences between modern 2D and 3D cherry training systems, highlighting the importance of the correct choice of variety and rootstock depending on the training form adopted.
Source: GoodFruitGrower
11 Sep 2023
Although volumes increased, quality was patchy and overseas buyers were less enthusiastic. The tightening of foreign markets has pushed growers to focus on the domestic market, a safer but less profitable bet.
Markets Production Press review
22 Jan 2024
It is important to note that ours is a mature industry,' says Claudia Soler, 'and Chile is the world's largest cherry exporter and leads the southern hemisphere's exports: more than 96% of the supply with over 400,000 tonnes of shipments in 2022-2023.
31 Aug 2026
In Chile, artificial intelligence applied to smartphone photos can estimate cherry floral load. The method adapts the analysis to open or dense canopies and maps variability within the orchard, helping growers identify distinct management zones before the season begins.
28 Aug 2026
In Alicante, pre-harvest 24-BL treatments reduced sweet cherry cracking by up to 50% while improving fruit size, firmness, red color and anthocyanin content. Tests on ‘Sunburst’ and ‘Skeena’ suggest a promising strategy to protect orchards from extreme rainfall events.
