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.
23 Jul 2025
A Turkish study evaluates the effect of vegetative cherry rootstocks on flowering, pollination and fruit quality. Gisela 5 and MaxMa 60 show top results. A strategic insight for modern cherry growing and the export of “0900 Ziraat” variety.
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.
27 Jun 2025
A study from Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University in Turkey enhances cherry classification using YOLOv8 and deep learning techniques. The method enables precise identification of varieties directly on the tree, improving harvesting, quality control, logistics, and exports.
18 Jun 2025
A Turkish study confirms Levante as a sustainable biostimulant alternative to hydrogen cyanamide, improving bud break and fruit set in Royal Tioga® cherry trees, especially in Mediterranean regions with insufficient chill accumulation during winter.
30 May 2025
Turkey leads global cherry production while Chile dominates exports. Together they drive the international cherry market, with strong support from China, the US and Europe. Complementary harvest seasons and rising demand push trade volumes toward all-time highs.
23 May 2025
Exceptional frosts in April 2025 severely damaged sweet and sour cherry production in Turkey and Eastern Europe. With losses up to 90%, prices are set to rise sharply and supply will be limited. 2025 will be a critical year for producers, processors, and consumers alike.
14 May 2025
Ankara University in Turkey applies dielectric technology and artificial intelligence to assess cherry quality non-destructively. The system enhances accuracy, lowers costs, and improves planning for harvest, storage, and distribution across the supply chain.
07 May 2025
Discover how to optimize cherry variety selection in Turkey to boost farm profits. A study in Taşova analyzes risks, economic benefits, and strategies to make Turkish cherry farming more competitive and sustainable on global markets.
