Cherries
All the news and market analysis for worldwide Cherry Industry, including Cherry growers, Cherry production, and the import and export of Cherries.
Frutas de Chile signs MoU with Chongqing wholesale market
New agreement will help enhance Chilean fruit supply into Chongqing and the surrounding region
Yellow-legged hornet nest found in Auckland
Bisecuirty threat poses risks to local honeybee and wild bee populations with potential impacts on growers
Ifco expands southern Italy operation with three new hubs
Reusable packaging specialist expands logistics footprint to strengthen regional partnerships and ensure container availability during peak seasons
Chilean cherry exporters face decisive season
After last season’s dismal returns, quality, discipline, and diversification hold the key to recovery
Argentine cherry producers urge caution over export projections
Reports of “Corrimiento” phenomenon in Río Negro and Neuquén, could cut total shipments
First new-season airflown Chilean cherries arrive in China
Global Talsa and Garcés Fruit sent two consignments to Chinese market last week
South Africa gains China stonefruit access, eyes blueberry and cherry approval
South Africa has signed a new protocol allowing stonefruit exports to China, while agriculture minister John Steenhuisen has invited Chinese authorities to inspect blueberry and cherry facilities to secure market access for these categories in the next season
Coming soon: Fresh Focus Cherry and Asiafruit Thailand edition
The spotlight is on Thailand in the edition of Asiafruit alongside cherries, kiwifruit, apples and pears and more
Oppy integrates Dole Diversified North America sales operations
Fresh produce group Oppy has strategically integrated Dole Diversified North America sales operations into its business, effective from 1 October, in a move designed to expand capabilities and accelerate growth across North America
CMA CGM expands service for Chile-China cherry deal
Shipping group to offer Chilean exporters more weekly services to China this season, as country seeks to recover from disappointing 2024/25 campaign
Coming soon: Produce Plus Summer
As the weather warms up, Produce Plus takes a look at summer favourites, including spotlights on the mango, stonefruit, cherry and table grape categories as they vie for attention over the holiday period.
Haygrove chairman slams planning decision on polytunnels
The chairman of berry and stonefruit supplier Haygrove has said blocking polytunnel plans and worker caravans threatens ’exciting new cherry variety’ and will see UK ultimately increase imports
‘Sky is the limit’ for fresh suppliers moving into dried
There is strong opportunity for fresh fruit suppliers to diversify into dried fruit or nuts thanks to commonality among consumers and growth in key markets, according to speakers at a new Asiafruit Showcase session
Sun World teams up with Pairwise to develop pitless cherries
New JV combines advanced plant breeding technology with global fruit expertise to deliver consumer-desired traits
Italian firms forge new connections at Asia Fruit Logistica
Companies including Infia, Origine Group, Unifrutti Group/Oranfrizer, RK Growers, Rivoira, and KiKoKà report successful meetings with existing and potential clients from across Asia at the international trade show
UK growers spot stonefruit potential
Weather conditions in the south of England were ideal for cherry and plum production this year, as growers like WB Chambers step up efforts to extend the seasons
Vidre+ technology extends shelf-life of cherries, study finds
A new study from the University of Life Sciences in Poland has demonstrated that Fresh Inset’s Vidre+ technology can significantly extend the shelf-life of cherries, with treated fruit maintaining quality for up to nine days longer than untreated samples
US tariffs push South Africa closer to Eastern markets
South Africa is rapidly expanding market access for its fresh produce in Eastern markets, particularly China and India, as US tariffs of 30 per cent force exporters to seek alternative destinations
New Zealand shines brighter than ever at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025
The New Zealand Pavilion is organised by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, Plant & Food Research, and New Zealand Apples and Pears
Mason bees offer reliability in unpredictable conditions
Serbian entrepreneur Nela Jovic is promoting mason bee adoption across the Balkans, offering fruit producers a powerful alternative to traditional honeybee pollination
Film highlights collaborative efforts of B Corps
Stemilt Growers and the Equitable Food Initiative both feature in a short film examining the efforts of certified B Corporations to create resilient and inclusive food supply chains
Cherry sales up 150 per cent at Ocado
Online retailer believes popularity for ‘retro’ cherry flavour has boosted fresh sales, while warm weather has led to bumper crops of berries and apricots
Maf Roda harnesses AI and robotics to advance postharvest technology
Company’s latest innovations have a strong focus on AI, smart robotics, and operational efficiency
Chile moves to contain surge in fruit fly infestations
Frutas de Chile requests urgent approval of Bill providing SAG with greater and better tools to combat illegal fruit smuggling
MSC announces new, faster service between Asia and west coast of South America
Alpaca Service will also take over the role of the Cherry Express during the Chilean cherry export season
New parent company for prominent New Zealand apple brand
Consolidated Fruits unifies Kiwi Crunch, CAJ, and Prunus Orchards under one overarching company
Moldova secures enhanced EU market access for fresh produce
Moldovan fresh produce exporters are set to benefit from increased EU market access following an update to the trade agreement between the two parties, with higher quotas for several key fruit categories and new duty-free access for tomatoes and garlic
First recipients of Queensland’s Community Bee Innovation Fund announced
The A$500,000 fund supports beekeeping and pollen-reliant industries safeguard against varroa mite
Chilean cherry grower bids to stretch British season to 100 days
FGA Farming is using Chilean production systems and new varieties to extend supply as it scales up to become UK’s single biggest cherry grower
Chinese cherry market goes from strength to strength
Domestic output climbs as new growing areas come on stream, while imports also continue to rise
Taiwan peach production nears 17,000 tonnes as cherry and nectarine imports grow
New USDA report forecasts Taiwan peach production for 2025, with total stonefruit consumption expected to hit 31,500 tonnes as nectarine and cherry imports increase
Tesco sees record fruit sales as UK heatwave continues
The UK’s largest food retailer expects to sell nearly 4mn punnets of strawberries and millions of other fruit items as temperatures soar again
Jerte Valley Picota producers focus on quality and innovation
Producers’ organisation Agrupación de Cooperativas del Valle del Jerte is undertaking a genetic improvement programme to develop new stalkless varieties with enhanced characteristics
Australian cherry leaders attend US study tour
Group visit key cherry-growing regions including Wenatchee, Quincy, Mattawa and Prosser
Apo Conerpo bounces back with 13 per cent revenue growth
Italy’s Apo Conerpo has reported a significant recovery in 2024, with revenue up 13 per cent to €489mn and volumes increasing by 34 per cent following what it described as an ‘annus horribilis’ in 2023
T&G Global partners with Sandher for Canadian cherry exports
New Zealand-based T&G Global has established a strategic partnership with Canadian cherry grower Sandher Fruit Packers, taking over sales and marketing responsibilities in a move set to significantly expand Canadian cherry exports to Asian markets