26 Feb 2026
In Chile, integrating biodiversity and natural habitats into apple and cherry orchards increases fruit set, size and long-term stability. Research by PUCV shows that native vegetation and wild pollinators improve yield and quality without expanding cultivated land.
25 Feb 2026
In January 2026, Chile’s cherry exports fell to 1.227 billion dollars, below the record levels of 2024 and 2025. China absorbed 88% of total shipments, while the 2025/26 season posted lower figures compared with the previous campaign and the recent overall export trend.
24 Feb 2026
Drosophila suzukii threatens cherry production in southern Chile, where humid climate, wild vegetation and staggered ripening increase infestation pressure. Technical insights on control limits, insecticide challenges and advanced management strategies for Chilean growers.
23 Feb 2026
In Patagonia, Frutos del Valle Patagónico produces up to 1 million kg of cherries per year, with 800,000 kg exported to China, the US and the Middle East. Quality, technology and expansion plans drive steady growth in a highly competitive global market dominated by Chile.
20 Feb 2026
The 2025/26 Chilean cherry season in China ends with exports down 12%, December arrivals concentrated and supply-demand imbalances. The market is shifting from festive luxury to everyday fruit, with clear polarization between 2J and premium 3J-4J sizes and new strategies.
18 Feb 2026
Chile’s 2025-2026 cherry season closes with 112 million boxes exported, 87% shipped to China. Prices remain stable despite high supply levels. The United States and Southeast Asia show growth, while the industry faces mounting concerns over potential overproduction risks.
17 Feb 2026
In Chile, the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) moves into the pilot phase to control Drosophila suzukii in cherries. Led by the Fruit Development Foundation, the project aims to reduce pests, limit pesticide use and support exports with a sustainable and targeted approach.
11 Feb 2026
Post-harvest sweet cherry management is a key phase for reserve accumulation, flower bud differentiation and future yield. In Chile, summer pruning, irrigation, nutrition and stress control influence vegetative balance, fruit quality and long-term orchard performance.
10 Feb 2026
Climate change is reducing cherry volumes in Chile, pushing growers and researchers to rethink varieties, orchard management and postharvest strategies. New predictive models aim to safeguard quality and exports to the Chinese market worldwide globally.
09 Feb 2026
Sweet cherry nutrition management in Chile is crucial for reserve accumulation supporting spring growth. Post-harvest applications of nitrogen, potassium, calcium and micronutrients enhance photosynthesis, tree vigor, fruit set and overall fruit quality.
