Although this season we have seen fertility analyses with higher results compared to previous seasons, phenomena that can lead to abundant blooms under favorable spring conditions, and with a good accumulation of winter chill hours, we must ensure optimal conditions at the time of flowering. This will undoubtedly guarantee fruit set and the achievement of expected yields. Given the conditions of this season, I suggest the following management during the flowering period...
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17 May 2024
Hungary is one of China's main trading partners in the Central and Eastern European region. After the Chinese leader's state visit to Hungary, the two sides elevated relations to an all-round strategic partnership.
28 Apr 2026
Sun World, in partnership with Pairwise, is developing the world’s first seedless cherry. This innovation removes a long-standing consumption barrier, unlocking new opportunities in snacking, retail and foodservice, with potential benefits across the global supply chain.
28 May 2026
The 2024/25 Chilean cherry season aims to manage record volumes across China and Asia. Arrival quality, logistics, packaging and growth in India, Vietnam and Thailand will be crucial to turn abundance into value and support prices across Asian markets in 2025 for exporters.
28 May 2026
In conventional sweet cherry orchards in Central Chile, honeybees, bumblebees and other insects differ in their ability to support pollination. The study highlights stigma contact, flower movement and pollinator biodiversity as key factors for more stable and resilient yields.
