Cherries
All the news and market analysis for worldwide Cherry Industry, including Cherry growers, Cherry production, and the import and export of Cherries.
Smart solutions for packing house success: BIOMETiC at Fruit Logistica
How real-time measurements and advanced tracking can ensure quicker, error-free delivery to retail customers Q Eye Stereo in action
TPS consolidates position as main departure point for Chilean cherries
Shipments in 2024/25 grew 66 per cent on the previous season
China eyes growth for Lunar New Year
Unwavering demand for high-quality, high-value products is set to drive growth despite economic caution as the Lunar New Year approaches
Have Chilean cherries hit the ceiling in China?
As prices plummet, SNA president Antonio Walker says exporters cannot depend on China alone
Fresh Produce Vietnam: agenda announced
Fruitnet’s brand-new event in Ho Chi Minh City explores every aspect of the booming Vietnam market
Sun World names Bernardo Calvo CEO
Outgoing CEO David Marguleas moves to executive chair
Prices fall as Chilean cherry exports to China surge
Greater availability of early varieties puts pressure on market ahead of Chinese New Year
Summit in Chile sets the scene
Members of the Chilean and international fresh produce business came together to network and take in insightful discussions in Santiago
Colina Fruits plans European expansion
The berry importer outlines goal to become leading international fruit supplier
Key challenges in the produce sector drive automation trend
MAF Roda’s Vincent Boulbes, export sales manager, Daniel Bourdin, general manager for China, and Chris Bray, New Zealand business development manager, discuss the drivers of automation and the challenges and opportunities in sorting
Spain F&V Group reports progress on market access
Cherries, citrus, persimmons and apples are among the products seeking to enter new markets
Technology advances key to success for Hapag-Lloyd’s Cherry Express
Bolstered fleet with onboard sensors and cloud-based tracking part of this season’s efforts to support growing Chilean cherry exports
New Zealand cherry exporters partner with Air New Zealand Cargo ahead of Chinese New Year
Airline set to move up to 1,000 tonnes of cherries throughout December and January
Taiwan celebrates Lunar New Year with Tasmanian cherries
Start of season launch event will host Taiwanese importers, buyers and key representatives from the Australian state’s cherry industry
Temptation Valley brand spotlights New Zealand apricots and cherries
Ardgour Valley Orchards’ new premium brand set to capture attention in domestic and international markets with fresh look
Coming soon: Fresh Focus South Africa 2025
Fruitnet’s special annual publication brings the best of South Africa’s fresh produce export business to the attention of buyers worldwide
Record Central Otago cherry crop bound for world markets
Southern Fruits International launches new Moment cherries brand ahead of bumper season
Lunar New Year edition of Asiafruit out now
Lunar New Year coverage, a special feature on Australia and a keynote interview with Guangzhou Jiangnan market chairman, Ye Canjiang in celebration of the wholesaler’s 30th anniversary headline this issue
Tasmanian cherry season underway
First boxes of Tasmanian cherries are now available across the state as exporters prepare for international sales
New Zealand horticulture export revenue forecast to hit new heights
New report projects New Zealand horticulture export revenue to reach NZ$8bn
JD Super celebrates start of Chilean cherry season in China
Chinese retailer aims to sell Rmb5bn of Chilean products over three years with strategic cooperation agreement
Turkey’s Alya Fruits committed to top service
In the face of today’s plethora of challenges, Turkish exporter Alya Fruits continues to be focused on quality, innovation and expanding its global reach, says CEO Ceyhun Gündüz
Garcés Fruit secures airfreight first in Chile
Company becomes the first Chilean fruit exporter certified for safe air shipments by DGAC
First cherry express for the 2024/25 Chilean cherry season arrives in China
Frutas de Chile holds ceremony at Guangzhou’s Jiangnan Wholesale Market to celebrate the arrival
Agrovision moves into cherries
Acquisition of Chile’s ZurGroup provides access to state-of-the-art packing facilities as well as established blueberry operation
Agenda announced for Fresh Produce India 2025
Quick-commerce revolution, India’s rise as a producer of new fruits, and game-changing technologies among key topics in focus at premier industry event
Belgian apple and pear suppliers agree merger plan
Devos and Wouters to form one of Europe’s largest fruit companies when they combine their trading divisions in August 2025
ZZ2 scoops Shoprite supplier of the year award
Retailer praises company for ability to deliver “exceptional produce” including tomatoes, avocados, cherries, apples and pears
Sydney Markets Foundation Cherry Auction breaks fundraising record
Winning bid of A$165,000 came from Talal and Joanne Khanafer with support of Sydney Markets, Sydney Markets Credit Services and group of Sydney Markets businesses
New deal strengthens Chilean air links with China
Frutas de Chile and Eastern Air Logistics sign agreement to boost shipments of cherries to China
First Cherry Express service departs from Valparaíso
The Seaspan Belief ship, operated by Ocean Network Express (ONE), was loaded with 240 containers
Asian markets can consume more cherries
China and other markets in Asia have the capacity to absorb surge in Chilean cherry volumes, says JWM Asia’s GM of trade, Danny Guo. But he cites quality control, channel diversification and targeted marketing as key to success
Asiafruit Thailand edition out now
New issue includes Fresh Focus Cherry with in-depth coverage of key developments in the global cherry trade, plus features on Thailand, berries and more
Fruitnet launches Fresh Produce Vietnam
Brand-new conference and expo event for Vietnam’s booming fresh produce business takes place in Ho Chi Minh City on 13-14 May
Frost fails to dampen optimism among RSA cherry exporters
South Africa’s cherry harvest moves into gear, with increased focus on export markets
Fedefruta warns that fruit drop could cut Chilean cherry forecast
Notable incidence of phenomenon reported by growers, particularly in the Regina variety