13 Nov 2025
For the first time in southern Chile, the fungus Nectria dematiosa has been identified as a pathogen of sweet cherry. This discovery raises concerns about new phytosanitary risks, calling for better monitoring and effective management strategies in cherry orchards.
12 Nov 2025
Two new clonal rootstocks for sour cherry, Argo 1 and Argo 2, have been selected in Bulgaria to provide compatibility, reduced vigor and drought tolerance. A strategic solution for high-density orchards and cultivation in areas with limited water availability.
06 Nov 2025
Field tests in Michigan confirm that protective netting in high-density sweet cherry orchards reduces damage from birds and Drosophila suzukii. This sustainable strategy preserves fruit quality and supports modern, efficient orchard management practices.
04 Nov 2025
A recent study in France shows how mild winters disrupt dormancy in the Regina sweet cherry tree, leading to delayed blooming, malformed flowers, and lower productivity. These findings highlight the urgent need to adapt fruit farming to ongoing climate change in temperate regions
30 Oct 2025
A study from Turkey’s Konya province examines energy use and environmental impact in cherry farming, highlighting renewable energy adoption and strategies to reduce CO2 emissions in the cherry sector for a more sustainable agricultural production model.
29 Oct 2025
A Chinese study on 97 cherry genotypes from 10 countries reveals key genes responsible for malate biosynthesis and transport, the main acid shaping fruit flavor. A breakthrough for breeding programs aiming to enhance cherry quality and consumer appeal.
22 Oct 2025
A study from Washington State University explores how the ψ factor, related to fruit size and pulp weight, affects the respiration of sweet cherries. The findings offer new ways to enhance modified atmosphere packaging and improve cold chain logistics.
21 Oct 2025
Chinese researchers have identified PavUGT48, a gene in sweet cherry that enhances fruit color and quality. The enzyme acts on anthocyanins and amygdalin, paving the way for genetic selection and nutraceutical optimization in commercial cherry varieties.
15 Oct 2025
A new enzymatic protocol enables accurate starch quantification in sweet cherry floral buds, even from preserved samples. The method is fast, sensitive and suitable for large-scale studies in plant physiology and reproductive biology of stone fruit trees.
14 Oct 2025
A study from southern Spain compares two biostimulant strategies on sweet cherry trees, focusing on yield, fruit quality, and ripening in “Nimba” and “Red Pacific”. Results show clear economic benefits and sustainable options for cherry growers worldwide.
