News about Production

Is the fruit set rate affected by nutrient supply?

Tech management

15 Nov 2024

A study conducted in Turkey focused on the effects of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) applied in different quantities from the soil on bud nutrient concentration and fruit formation of cultivar 0900 Ziraat grafted on rootstock Gisela 5.

Effects of cold-hot interaction patterns on cherry trees phenology

Tech management

25 Oct 2024

As a result of projected climate changes, several areas in the world have experienced colder winters than usual. This has sparked interest in applying models based on the concept of cold/heat interaction to explain the effect of these changes.

Early and high density harvests: the impact of the UFO system in New Zealand

Production

25 Oct 2024

In New Zealand, Central Otago meets most of the conditions, followed by Marlborough and perhaps Hawkes Bay and Canterbury. However, other important factors to consider are the distance from international and national markets and the possibility of extending the harvest season.

Promising start to the season in Mendoza (Argentina), good volumes and excellent quality

Markets

23 Oct 2024

‘After a winter that was generous with cold hours,’ says Nicolás Güizzo, the company's technical director, ’and a thermal build-up that gave us spring days, we are excited to start a new season with more volume and excellent quality.

Chilean season: China the key market, but India continues to grow

Markets

22 Oct 2024

The Chilean cherry industry has been aware of the importance of market diversification but has struggled to expand beyond the lucrative Chinese market due to the high prices paid in that country. However, India is emerging as a promising alternative destination.

Fruit fly control and hostile climate: the start of the Argentine season

Production

21 Oct 2024

According to Aníbal Caminiti, “The climate has been challenging this season, especially due to the large number of frosts, but despite this, a good production is expected, which would allow us to have enough fruit to export around 8,000 tons. For now, these are just projections".

Fruit fly and high volume: these are Chile's challenges for the 2024-25 campaign

Events

17 Oct 2024

This season has added another hurdle for producers and exporters, specifically the fruit fly. Given its importance for the sector, Frutas de Chile has organized the webinar “Preparing for the 2024-2025 cherry season with phytosanitary challenges.”

Australian season kicks off, the shadow of some overnight frost does not sweep away the good omens

Production

15 Oct 2024

Cherry Growers Australia, an association that gathers Australian producers from all six cherry-growing areas of the country, organized a webinar to discuss the season, as Queensland, New South Wales, and Australia in October, and soon after, Victoria, prepare to harvest.

New growth and record exports for the Chilean 2024/25 season

Markets

11 Oct 2024

In terms of varieties, it is expected that Santina will account for 38.3 million boxes, an increase of 121% compared to last season. Shipments of Lapins are projected to reach 45.7 million boxes, an increase of 29% compared to the 2023/24 season.

Moreller: from Moldova to the rest of Europe for industry growth

Markets

11 Oct 2024

Vera and her family have the goal of contributing to the development of Moldova. After positive experiences in Spain, Germany, and Belgium, Moreller is now looking to establish long-term partnerships with European customers, particularly in Scandinavian countries.