18 Aug 2025
Explore the world of cherry spirits and liqueurs: from Veneto’s maraschino to Germany’s Black Forest Kirsch, a sensory journey through intense aromas, artisanal tradition and iconic regions like Italy, Switzerland, France, Croatia, Romania and Portugal.
06 Aug 2025
A Romanian study examines 39 wild cherry genotypes, evaluating phenotypic variability, nutraceutical qualities, and resistance. Results show a strong potential for new high-performance cultivars and enhanced genetic value in the European cherry industry.
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.
13 May 2025
Romania enhances sour cherry genetic resources by developing innovative, disease-resistant varieties highly suitable for fresh markets. A successful and sustainable fruit-growing model rooted in biodiversity, varietal selection, and advanced biotechnology applications.
02 May 2025
Learn how pheromone trap monitoring reduced Leucoptera malifoliella populations by 70% in Cluj-Napoca’s urban cherry orchards, protecting Kordia and Regina varieties while boosting fruit yield and quality in Romania’s urban agricultural environments.
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.
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.
15 Apr 2025
A study in north-eastern Romania analyses the response of three sweet cherry cultivars to water stress under non-irrigated conditions. Evaluated stomatal conductance, leaf hydration and physiological adaptations for a more resilient cultivation to climate change.
06 Feb 2025
A recent study from Romania evaluated the effectiveness of using Xtend modified atmosphere packaging in maintaining the quality of "Kordia" and "Regina" cherry varieties. The cherries were stored at -0.5°C for 42 days.
17 Dec 2024
A study conducted in Romania analysed the influence of the grafting time on the quality and quantity of planting material in the cv. Kordia and Carmen on Prunus mahaleb rootstock in order to identify the most suitable grafting period in terms of quality and quantity of material.
