01 Aug 2025
Turkey’s cherry and sour cherry production rises, prompting innovative ways to manage waste. Çurkova and Ege universities explore biochar from cherry residues to enhance asphalt durability and sustainability, supporting eco-friendly infrastructure.
29 Jul 2025
A study from Dalian Minzu University in China shows how pre-harvest application of alginate oligosaccharides can effectively reduce sweet cherry cracking, enhancing fruit resistance during water stress and storage phases. Promising results for cherry growers.
24 Jul 2025
A scientific study from Turkey and Romania shows that edible coatings made of chitosan, selenium, and thyme essential oil significantly extend the shelf life of sweet cherries, preserving their freshness and reducing waste during postharvest storage by up to five days.
18 Jul 2025
A study in Belgium’s cherry orchards assessed wild pollinator diversity using pan-traps and netting methods. Each technique captured different insect groups, showing that combining both provides complete data for monitoring biodiversity and planning effective conservation actions
16 Jul 2025
A scientific study by China and USA researchers analyzes how storage temperature affects sweet cherry quality. Indicators like anthocyanins, acidity, malondialdehyde, and weight loss help model shelf life and reduce postharvest losses in cherry production.
15 Jul 2025
A study conducted in China and the USA reveals that phenylactic acid (PLA) improves sweet cherry storage by extending freshness, aroma and nutritional quality. The optimal 8 mmol·L-1 concentration delivers strong results without damaging the fruit’s appearance.
11 Jul 2025
Ganaspis kimorum, a parasitoid wasp, demonstrates strong overwintering ability in Michigan cherry and blueberry orchards. This finding supports its potential as a reliable biocontrol agent against Drosophila suzukii and for establishing stable populations across growing regions.
09 Jul 2025
During the Precision Agriculture Conference in Manhattan, Kansas, German researchers unveiled For5G: a project using digital twins to monitor cherry tree growth. This technology enables accurate yield forecasting, smarter crop management and adaptation to climate-related challeng
04 Jul 2025
Turkey is now the world's leading cherry producer, followed by Chile and the USA. Based on FAO data, historical trends and projections to 2028, this article offers a full overview of the global cherry market, key exporting nations and the strategies of major producing countries.
01 Jul 2025
A study by Üsküdar University in Turkey proves the effectiveness of rosehip and tragacanth gum-based biopolymer films in extending the shelf life of sweet cherries, reducing post-harvest losses, and enhancing fruit resistance during storage under challenging conditions.
