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.
05 Feb 2026
A research study from the University of Chile investigates how controlled atmosphere storage improves the shelf life of ‘Bing’ and ‘Lapins’ sweet cherries. Results show significant postharvest quality improvements under cold storage and market simulation conditions.
03 Feb 2026
Post-harvest cherry management in Chile is key to next season’s fruit quality. Irrigation, organic nutrition, soil microbes and integrated systems are transforming orchards with regenerative agriculture to ensure productivity and sustainability.
02 Feb 2026
Chile’s cherry rootstock genetic program ends its final stage with field trials of ten clonal selections, tested against climate and pathogen stress. The project aims to improve productivity and sustainability in the central-southern region of the country.
30 Jan 2026
Chilean cherries face a tough 2026 season in China: early varieties, quality issues, and a late Lunar New Year impact demand and prices. Insights from Joy Wing Mau Group and outlook for alternative Asian markets like Vietnam, Taiwan, South Korea and Singapore.
28 Jan 2026
Areko shines among Chilean cherries thanks to its excellent condition after 40 days of cold storage. Promoted by ANA Chile, this variety joins Sweet Saretta and Sweet Stephany, two promising UNIBO cherries with strong performance in size, firmness, and post-harvest durability.
27 Jan 2026
The 3rd Cherry Postharvest Course, led by advisor Patricio Morales, gathered over 250 industry experts to enhance the postharvest quality of Chilean cherries. Focus on plant diseases, biological strategies, and goals for an increasingly competitive global export market.
23 Jan 2026
A study from Chile proves that controlled atmosphere with 10-15% CO2 and 10% O2 extends Regina cherries' shelf life up to 40 days while preserving quality and flavor—an effective solution to improve logistics for long-distance exports, especially to Asia.
