News about United-States

Hyperspectral imaging enables accurate detection of cherry pits

Post-harvest​

24 Jun 2026

At Michigan State University in the USA, SWIR hyperspectral imaging detects pits in cherries intended for industrial processing with up to 100% accuracy. The non-destructive method supports faster, more reliable quality control on modern automated production lines.

Cherry trees: the new challenge is to try to automate the covering process

Covers

23 Jun 2026

Brunella Morandi examines the future of cherry growing in Emilia-Romagna and the United States: protective covers against cracking and Drosophila, variety and rootstock choices, mechanized orchards, harvesting robots and smarter irrigation for climate resilience today.

Safeguarding the opportunities offered by early-season cherries: striking a balance between high commercial value and climate risk

Varieties

19 Jun 2026

Early cherries in California offer strong market potential for growers, but success depends on adapted genetics, protected agriculture and climate risk management to secure fruit quality, consistency and profitability in the San Joaquin Valley, even in unstable seasons.

Frost is devastating the sour cherry harvest in the United States: the entire sector is at risk

Production

15 Jun 2026

A nationwide U.S. spring frost has cut Michigan’s tart cherry crop to a fraction of normal output, with inventories near record lows. Processors warn that soaring prices, scarce supply and imports could reshape the U.S. market and threaten long-term customer loyalty in 2026.

WSU is using history to develop new, improved cherry varieties

Breeding

11 Jun 2026

Washington State University is tracing breeder Thomas Toyama’s genetic legacy to develop larger, earlier and more resilient cherries. Historic WSU records are now helping researchers identify valuable traits and strengthen modern sweet cherry breeding programs worldwide.

The effects of weather conditions on cherry quality after harvesting

Post-harvest​

10 Jun 2026

In Washington State, extreme heat, rainfall and temperature swings are affecting cherry firmness, stem condition and postharvest disorders. Data from 2021-2023 highlight different responses in Rainier, Bing, Skeena and Sweetheart cherries, with impacts on storage and markets.

After 20 years of growth, the global cherry market is entering a transitional phase

Markets

26 May 2026

The global fresh cherry market is entering a transition after 20 years of growth. Chile and China remain central, while the United States, Brazil, Southeast Asia and Europe face new challenges in quality, logistics, climate risk and profitability for growers and exporters.

The global cherry market favours the northern hemisphere

Markets

11 May 2026

The global cherry market is shifting as China, the USA, Europe and Turkey strengthen the Northern Hemisphere’s role through freshness, faster logistics and steady supply, while the Southern Hemisphere faces longer transit times and higher operational risks.

Northwest Cherries: a drop in production is expected due to the mild winter and spring frosts

Production

07 May 2026

The 2026 cherry season in the Pacific Northwest starts with forecasts between 19.5 and 21.5 million boxes. Lower output than the 2025 record, an early harvest and closer coordination with California define a key phase for the USA cherry market trends.

Freshshoring: Chilean cherries across China, Brazil, Asia and Europe

Markets

07 May 2026

Freshshoring is reshaping global fresh fruit: from Chilean cherries in China and Brazil to trade corridors linking Mexico, the United States, the Mediterranean, Europe and Asia, proximity becomes a lever to reduce logistics risks, protect margins and grow.