News about Melissa Venturi

Combating harmful pathogens with targeted solutions from Moldova

Crop protection

19 May 2025

A study conducted in Moldova (2022–2023) assessed the effectiveness of two new fungicides against cherry pathogens like Monilia and Clasterosporium. Results outperformed standard treatments, improving tree health, yield and fruit quality in cherry orchards.

How Drosophila suzukii larvae build a niche suited to their development

Crop protection

15 May 2025

Drosophila suzukii larvae actively modify the environment inside ripening fruits to support their development. A German study reveals surprising strategies of ecological niche construction through tunneling, microbial activity, and natural fermentation.

Dielectric technologies and artificial intelligence for the non-destructive estimation of cherry quality

Quality

14 May 2025

Ankara University in Turkey applies dielectric technology and artificial intelligence to assess cherry quality non-destructively. The system enhances accuracy, lowers costs, and improves planning for harvest, storage, and distribution across the supply chain.

Drosophila suzukii: oviposition preferences and development on different cherry cultivars

Quality

08 May 2025

Discover how Drosophila suzukii selects darker, softer, and sweeter cherries for egg-laying. A study in China on six cultivars analyzes factors influencing larval development and infestation, providing useful insights for integrated pest management in cherry orchards.

Evaluation of fruit quality and bioactive compounds content in southern China

Quality

05 May 2025

A new Chinese study reveals how anthocyanins determine sweet cherry color, opening new prospects to improve quality, nutrition, competitiveness in global and local markets, with potential applications in Europe, Italy, and future breeding innovations worldwide.

Hyperspectral imaging can unlock the ripeness index of cherries

Quality

01 May 2025

Hyperspectral imaging is transforming cherry ripeness detection in China, offering near-perfect accuracy in measuring sugar levels, acidity, and maturity. With VNIR spectrum analysis and AI models, this non-destructive method enhances quality control and processing efficiency.

Fighting cherry cracking in Lagnasco: new nutritional and breeding solutions

Tech management

28 Apr 2025

Discover effective strategies to fight cherry cracking in Lagnasco (Piedmont), using foliar applications of calcium and potassium, innovative cultivation practices, and genetic improvements. Boost fruit quality, extend shelf life, and mitigate climate change effects.

Fruit quality and cracking susceptibility in three sweet cherry cultivars

Quality

22 Apr 2025

A Romanian study analyzes the correlation between fruit quality and cracking in three sweet cherry cultivars: Special, Tentant, and Severin. The results highlight significant differences in weight, pH, color, °Brix, and cracking index, with implications for varietal selection.

Sweet cherry cracking: the Romanian study linking fruit quality to resistance

Quality

18 Apr 2025

A Romanian study explores the link between sweet cherry cracking and fruit quality factors such as weight, firmness, and pH. Findings provide actionable insights for enhancing cultivar resistance and supporting cherry growers in challenging climates.

The aromatic secrets of sweet cherries: the role of lipoxygenase in flavor and fruit development

Quality

11 Apr 2025

Researchers in China analyzed LOX genes in sweet cherries, uncovering how they impact aroma and fruit ripening. Discover how volatile compounds shape each cherry's unique fragrance and open exciting new frontiers in agriculture, plant biology, and food science innovation.