Cherries
All the news and market analysis for worldwide Cherry Industry, including Cherry growers, Cherry production, and the import and export of Cherries.
Sun World partners with WSU to develop early cherry varieties
Collaboration will accelerate the breeding and release of improved varieties for the US and global markets
Afrucat confirms dire stonefruit forecast
More than 70 per cent shortfall in peaches and nectarines, while plums, cherries and apricot volumes also set to see significant contraction
Puglia warns of farmworker shortage
The southern Italian region faces a severe shortage of workers for a number of products, including cherries and tomatoes, says Italian association
Picota cherry season kicks off with high-quality crop
First arrivals are due to land in the UK around 10 June according to Agrupación de Cooperativas Valle Del Jerte
Adriëlle Dankier named as new CEO of Nature’s Pride
Dutch importer confirms current chief executive officer Fred van Heyningen will step down as of 1 June
Alanar pays closer attention to western Europe
Given the current challenges, including logistics disruptions and soaring costs, the Turkish fruit exporter sees its markets in Germany, France and the UK as the main priority
Australian cherries a hit in Vietnam and Malaysia
Taste Australia campaign promotes gift boxes filled with premium fruit in South-East Asia
Macfrut – 800 exhibitors and 500 accredited buyers
Advertorial: a look ahead to this week’s international fresh produce event Macfrut, which takes place in Rimini, Italy
Chile wraps up challenging cherry campaign
Cherry Committee said Omicron-caused delays had major impact on quality and returns
Matt Hancock wins Cherry Visionary Award
UK cherry kingpin rewarded for his initiative and innovation in the category at Global Cherry Summit
Net-zero production gets £1m research funding boost
Six sustainable horticulture projects receive funding from Growing Kent & Medway for projects to boost resilience to climate change, improve pest and disease resistance, and increase crops’ nutritional value
Asiafruit April out now
India edition sets the stage for Fresh Produce India 2022 and includes a special supplement on South African apples and pears
Frost hits California cherries
Growers assess damage ahead of 2022 harvest, which is set to get underway in late April
Late frost threatens French crops
Fruit crops throughout France were struck by a severe frost this weekend, with temperatures in some regions falling below -7 degrees
Frutura to acquire Chile’s Subsole
Frutura CEO David Krause said a strong presence in Chile is integral to the company's growth strategy
Pairwise launches brand for gene-edited fresh produce
Stoneless cherries and black raspberries among products set to be marketed under new consumer range
Hazel Tech hosts Cherry Quality Summit
Virtual event to feature talks by industry leaders on fruit quality and global market analysis
Tomra relocates fresh food business
Move to Field Research Centre will accelerate the development of post-harvest solutions
Value of Chilean fruit exports climbs in Jan-Feb
Total volume shipments for the first two months of the year dipped 5 per cent but increased by 4 per cent in value
Logistical delays mar Chilean export campaign
Ronald Bown says profitability of the 2021/22 campaign will be impacted by continued disruption
Giddings Cerasus presents cherry varieties
Chilean-headquartered group showcases new late-season cherry cultivars to leading Chinese importers and retailers
AM Fresh to acquire IFG
The transaction will see IFG merge with SNFL, "creating the next frontier in table grape and cherry genetics"
BelOrta and BFV set to collaborate
The Belgian cooperatives revealed this week that a declaration of intent for closer collaboration and integration had been approved
Italy to host week of cherry events
International Cherry Symposium to welcome cherry industry players for seminars, conference, networking and orchard visits
Ukraine conflict 'a concern' for Italian trade
Vice-president of industry association Fruitimprese says crisis could see produce rerouted back to Europe
India doubles fresh fruit imports
Surge in apple and orange arrivals drives total fresh fruit imports to a record 720,000 tonnes in 2021
Chile boosts cherry exports to India
Sector seeking greater market diversification as export volumes continue to grow
Chinese port delays hit Chilean cherry arrivals
Importers struggling to meet strong demand in the run-up to Chinese New Year
Tarras Cherry Corp utilises RFID technology
Software solution helps New Zealand cherry grower reward and retain quality workers
BelOrta puts faith in growers
Belgium's BelOrta looks back on a year of mighty challenges and praises the dedication of its 1,000 fruit and vegetable producers
Chilean cherries target post-CNY window
More of campaign budget to be spent after 1 February to encourage purchases beyond festive period
Tasmanian cherries promoted in Taiwan
Month-long campaign showcases freshness and quality of Australian state’s fruit
Ukraine eyes Egyptian opening
Access to the Egyptian market is a top priority for Ukrainian exporters, with potential identified for apples, blueberries and cherries
Hidden Valley launch generates excitement
Asian buyers drawn to new brand from New Zealand’s Tarras Cherry Corp
Airfreight the answer for Korean retailers
Shipping disruption causing retailers to turn to the air for imported fruit
AgPick Technology moves into cherries
Cherries Tasmania Orchards implements harvest management tool
