28 Aug 2025
Spanish cherries secure official approval for export to China after a landmark bilateral agreement signed in Beijing. Following strict phytosanitary inspections and full traceability guarantees, the opening of this market marks a major strategic step for Spain’s agri-food sector.
26 Aug 2025
Northwest sweet cherries, now in a longer and abundant season, are rich in vitamins, antioxidants and flavor. Perfect for back-to-school snacks and creative recipes, they can be enjoyed fresh or preserved to bring taste and health benefits all year round.
25 Aug 2025
Cherry flavour conquers Ocado: sales up 150% and searches up 72%. The 'retro' trend is also driving fresh fruit, favoured by a hot summer that brought excellent harvests of cherries, apricots, strawberries and new varieties such as plums and greengages.
25 Aug 2025
Agrícola San Clemente expands its footprint in the UK with 120 skilled Chilean cherry pickers. Their precision and technical expertise boost cherry harvest quality in Kent, combining local production with global know-how in a model praised by British growers.
22 Aug 2025
Little Cherry Disease (LCD) is damaging cherry orchards across Washington State, with growers reporting severe losses. Tree removals and bitter, undersized fruit are symptoms of this threat—comparable to citrus greening (HLB) in Florida’s citrus industry.
14 Aug 2025
The Cereza del Jerte PDO ends the 2025 season with 1.3 million kg certified, driven by Picota and the introduction of new varieties like Lapins, Van and Burlat. A climate-friendly season with top-quality fruit and an extended market availability period.
14 Aug 2025
Agrotrade Perú 2025 put cherries and fruit genetics at the heart of the debate. Experts from Chile and Peru explored agroexport opportunities, the role of finance, and binational cooperation, opening new perspectives for the future of Peruvian fruit production.
12 Aug 2025
US cherry exports to China have plunged due to trade tensions, redirecting supply to markets like Vietnam and Hong Kong. Prices have hit record lows, sales are soaring, and new trade deals are in progress, signaling a significant shift in the global cherry market landscape.
05 Aug 2025
In Teno, Maule Region, Chile, an agrivoltaic project integrates cherry orchards with solar panels. The goal is to optimize water use, enhance export quality, and generate clean energy, opening new sustainable opportunities for agriculture in challenging climates.
05 Aug 2025
Prunus avium, known as sweet cherry, is a native tree enriching landscapes with spring blossoms, summer fruits, and vital habitat for wildlife and pollinators. Resilient to climate change, it blends beauty, tradition, and sustainable biodiversity for future ecosystems.
