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Early cherries in Argentina: a study focuses on dormancy to anticipate the harvest

Varieties

21 Oct 2024

The study focused on an experimental block of 2,000 early cherry plants, including traditional cultivars such as Brooks and Lapins. The Royal Lee variety from the Zaiger program was the first to be ready for harvest on September 24, with soluble solids reaching up to 21° Brix.

Variables influencing cold tests of cherry blossom buds

Tech management

28 Aug 2024

Frosts can cause considerable economic losses and, therefore, limit the presence of orchards in areas subject to these phenomena. Differential Thermal Analysis (DTA) is a method often used to assess the cold resistance of plant organs to survive cold temperatures.

Uzbekistan cherry varieties: a prospective look

Varieties

22 May 2024

Uzbekistan, with its 35 million inhabitants and an area of 450,000 square kilometres (a third more than Italy), ranks fifth globally in producing more than 100,000 tonnes of cherries per year. The only sticking point concerns the varietal landscape.