Cherries
All the news and market analysis for worldwide Cherry Industry, including Cherry growers, Cherry production, and the import and export of Cherries.
Apo Conerpo sales surge despite slight dip in volume
Europe’s largest fruit and veg producer organisation reveals it achieved a 15 per cent increase in consolidated turnover last year
Early and balanced supply bodes well for NW cherries
Key North American cherry-producing regions report optimistic outlook for the 2026 export season
Mansfields reports ‘excellent quality’ as British cherry season begins
Producer expects fruit sizes of up to 34mm as season gets underway a week ahead of schedule
Naturitalia sees greater demand in Europe for premium produce
Italian supplier says Scandinavia and Germany are now ‘testing grounds’ for premium items like stonefruit, grapes and kiwifruit
South Africa eyes cherry growth as industry expands
After a successful season and expansion from 185ha to 819ha over the past decade, the cherry industry is positioning itself for export growth
CPMA warns trade tensions threaten North America’s food security
Fresh produce industry body calls for protection of tariff-free trade ahead of CUSMA review
Cherry Growers Australia launches national five-year strategy
Strategy outlines a clear national roadmap to improve productivity, grow demand and expand trade opportunities
Switzerland expects bumper cherry harvest this summer
Favourable weather conditions set the stage for larger crop this season, according to the Swiss Fruit Association
Legendary Fruit buys Gebbers Farms to expand apple and cherry offer
Acquisition creates one of Washington’s largest suppliers, with rights to premium varieties including SugarBee and Rockit
Challenges mount for Lebanese growers
Lebanon’s producers fear the impact of a widening war, as the country remains intertwined with that of regional, even global, trade
CMI Orchards unveils Nature’s Candy rebrand for cherry season
Despite forecast decline in Northwest production, supplier aims to capitalise on interest in premium varieties and wave of summer patriotism
Fruit breeder CIV expands into South Asia
Italian group joins forces with India’s Qul Fruits to establish protected variety management platform
Australian cherries celebrate successful season built on quality and export growth
Industry secures double-digit growth in export volume and value
Rivoira launches stemless cherry brand for premium snack market
Italian supplier to launch branded line for premium snack market in June, with commercial tests in Italian and German retail stores
Picota cherries to see ‘best season in years’
Producers of the protected Valley del Jerte variety are forecasting record volumes and excellent quality
Bumper crop paves way for “outstanding” Picota cherry campaign
Favourable weather produces high quality crop and good volumes
FruitMasters facility shortlisted for Breeam Awards
Smart Fruit Hub apparently achieved ‘Outstanding’ score of 91.04 per cent, making it ‘most sustainable’ food production facility in Netherlands
Westfalia’s chief customer officer announces departure
Wim Destoop plans to take on board and consultancy roles in Belgium after three years with avocado and fruit supplier
In pictures: Ronald Bown, 1945-2026
Bown, who has died aged 80, was a leading figure in the global fresh produce business for almost four decades
Brand refresh for CMI’s Nature’s Candy cherries
New look features bolder colours and contemporary design to highlight premium quality
Vignola cherries return with optimistic forecast
Producers in northern Italian region say they expect to maintain market presence into early July as new campaign begins
Rain and hail hit early cherry production in Spain
Aragon and Extremadura report losses in early varieties, but season still on track to deliver positive results
Orchard View lands cherry export honour
As the Oregon-based grower gears up for its domestic campaign, it is recognised for contribution to Asian exports
FruitMasters withstands pressure to maintain profit
Dutch cooperative credits new Smart Fruit Hub facility with making it more resilient in unpredictable market
Asiafruit South-East Asia edition out now
Deep dive into the South-East Asia market ahead of Asia Fruit Logistica’s SE Asia Meet Up, plus spotlights on New Zealand, brands and more
Turkish cherry volumes set to recover
This season, Turkish cherry volumes are expected to bounce back in a big way after last year’s frost-bitten campaign
Comment: The £74 banana is a good look for fresh produce
A new campaign designed to expose over-priced cosmetics offers plenty of hope for the fruit and veg business
Europe prepares for new US cold treatment requirements
Italy, Spain, Greece, France and Portugal have prepared inspectors for new US import rules, due to take effect in June
Frost slashes Polish fruit production
Early estimates suggest up to half of the new season apple crop may been lost
Campo y Tierra anticipates big rise in cherry volume after major restructuring
Company expects output to increase from 3,000 tonnes to 5,000 tonnes this season
World Fresh launches new Canadian dark sweet cherry varieties
British Columbia-based company has been authorised to market five new Canadian-bred cherry varieties to global markets
Fresh Produce India, automation and Melbourne Markets CEO Rob Clayton
Following a successful Fresh Produce India, Bree, John and Liam discuss new opportunities for Australian and New Zealand brands in the market
Te Mata Exports rebrands to MG Group Exports
New identity aligns the exporter with its majority shareholder, Market Gardeners, and reflects the global scale of its organisation
Hottest March on record brings on “fast and short” California cherry season
Despite the early start and the short shipping window, industry says crop is much improved on problematic 2025 harvest
Cherry Blossom Festival builds excitement as Picota season approaches
Michael Barker reports on the latest efforts to market Picota cherries and celebrate the beauty of Spain’s Jerte Valley
Valle del Jerte Cooperative Group fires starting gun on 2026 cherry season
Favourable growing conditions herald arrival of high-quality fruit with good production volumes