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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13 Feb 2024
Thanks to regional funds granted by the Maule Regional Government, it was possible to formalise a research project to find out how the varieties were responding to a much-changed climate in the central zone, which generated a lot of uncertainty this season.
16 May 2024
According to the president of the Regulatory Body, "there have been no meteorological problems other than those usual for this time of year in spring. Despite the rains, in full bloom, a harvest of 400 tons of Navalinda and about 2,000 or 3,000 tons of picota is estimated".
07 Oct 2026
A study carried out in southern Bulgaria monitored phytophagous insects in cherry orchards and confirmed the presence of Rhagoletis cerasi. Drosophila suzukii was not detected, highlighting the value of early monitoring for targeted, sustainable cherry crop protection.
07 Oct 2026
Australia closed a strong 2025-26 cherry season, with exports reaching 4,950 tonnes, up 13% in volume and 22% in value. Tasmania and Victoria led shipments, while China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Taiwan and Singapore absorbed about 80% of total Australian cherry exports.
