Cherries
All the news and market analysis for worldwide Cherry Industry, including Cherry growers, Cherry production, and the import and export of Cherries.
Cultural customs drive demand in Taiwan
Modern retail formats continue to develop in Taiwan, but traditional channels still dominate, as Asiafruit’s in-depth market report explains
Xing Ye Yuan takes new paths to success in China
Founder Liu Yan talks exclusively to Asiafruit about how the supplier can stay ahead of its competition and achieve global success
Sun World seeks to reinvigorate citrus and mango categories
CEO David Marguleas discusses what the company’s acquisition of Biogold will mean for growers, retailers and consumers
Holger Brandt joins Agrovision to head up strategic partnerships
Fall Creek’s former Sekoya general manager expected to drive development of supplier’s production base, with an emphasis on new varieties
Bloom Fresh opens US$14m fruit-breeding campus in California
Growers from 18 countries attend inauguration of state-of-the-art breeding facility for grapes, cherries and raisins
Mario Edwards named as new president of Chilean Cherry Committee
Edwards said he will work to incorporate new members from large, medium and small producers
Russian bans driving eastern suppliers to west
Moscow’s alleged attempts to punish Moldova for pursuing closer relations with the EU have only driven the supplier closer to Europe, with Armenia in danger of following suit
Cherry grower Marshall Farms expands supply deal with Asda
Producer begins supplying fruit for own-label as well as Scotty Brand packs in extension of existing partnership
Strike action could have major impact on US East Coast
According to data shared by Sea-Intelligence, a possible strike by port workers could cause a backlog that remains until the start of 2025
Lebanon’s Awdi Gardens set on expanding portfolio
Awdi Gardens is planting new grape and cherry varieties, as the Lebanese grower-exporter looks to widen its offering, but various challenges mean export growth will be gradual
Growers face commercial nightmare after cooperative closes
BC Tree Fruits’ decision to shut its entire operation has left growers of apples and other major crops without a route to market for their new-season fruit
Chile seeks improved access to Mexican market
Fruit growers now going for Systems Approach for shipments of grapes and kiwifruit to Mexico
New general manager takes over at ‘resilient’ Apo Conerpo
Despite recent poor weather, increased cost, consumer inflation, and regulatory pressures, Italy’s biggest fruit and veg producer group remains resolutely confident
Cherry, peach and apple crops hit by hail in northern Greece’s Pella region
Producers of stonefruit and apples in the northern Greek region assess damage after fruit trees take a battering from hailstorms
Fruitnet helps Flanders explore Norwegian market
Suppliers from the Belgian region have identified Norway as a major opportunity to sell more fresh produce including berries and pears
Production in tandem with nature
Honeybees and pollination are highlighted as crucial sustainability practices in new Hortgro report
Greek producers contend with climate, labour and commercial challenges
Cost inflation and unpredictable market demand have made it even more difficult for fruit producers in the Greek region of Thessaly to maintain their business
Research finds 91 per cent of Brits prefer homegrown cherries
Independent research on behalf of Driscoll’s also reveals that seven of the 10 best-performing cherry varieties were British
CSIRO develops imaging technology to identify fruit fly in cherries
Lead researcher Maryam Yazdani says new AI-powered technology could lead to further access to export countries
Positive start to Northwest cherry season with high quality fruit
Early season crop boasts uniform colour, large size and high Brix levels
Pakistan exports first shipment of cherries to China
First consignment of six tonnes dispatched at the start of June with over 100 orchards now registered for export
Korea extends tariff exemption for imported fruits
Government says ten imported fruits will remain tariff-free until the end of September as it continues fight to curb food price inflation
Asiafruit avocado edition out now
Avocado issue spotlights launch of Australian campaign in India and a range of other exciting developments for the category across Asia
Cherry growers in Puglia count cost of drought
Hot, dry weather during the spring means harvested volume in Italy’s leading production region could be half what they were last season
Turkish cherry volumes set to pick up
Following a relatively slow start for early Turkish cherry producing regions due to hot temperatures, the campaign is set to hit its stride as larger volumes of Ziraat 0900 arrive
Polish cherries head to domestic market
Country remains mainly an importer of the fruit with local production stable
Asia Fruit Logistica announces speaker lineup for China Business Meet Up
Top names to share industry insights and updates at Shanghai event, which is co-hosted with three of China’s leading wholesale markets
Balanced fruit load and good quality augur well for new Picota campaign
Increased fruit availability and new grading capacity set sector up for strong season
First Northwest cherry forecast predicts volume and quality increases for 2024 crop
Season tracking for an early start and finish with volume estimated to increase on 2023
Indian ag-tech start-up Superplum receives US$15m in series A funding
Hellman & Friedman senior advisor joins as Superplum chairman
Freshmax seeks strategic partner
Chief executive Murray McCallum tells Fruitnet the Australasian fresh produce group is well positioned for growth as it begins search for new partner
Bloom Fresh to showcase cherry innovations
Company will present new cherry programme at next week’s International Cherry Open Day in Mequinenza, Spain
Global Cherry Summit sets out Chile’s consumption challenge
As output soars, investment in promotions, quality and logistics will be key to preventing an erosion in value
Joy Wing Mau Group attends Global Cherry Summit
Joy Wing Mau attends key event in Chile to join hands with leading players in promoting development of the cherry industry
Dry conditions a concern for Greek stonefruit producers
The north of Greece is known for its reliable rainfall, but this year’s abnormally warm, dry weather is a worry for peach and nectarine growers preparing for the new campaign
Frutas de Chile strengthens ties with Sichuan
Frutas de Chile and Sichuan Port and Shipping Investment Group sign collaboration agreement to promote fruit trade