Chile edges closer to having its own cherry varieties
Cherry genetic improvement programme currently has 16 advanced selections
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Chile is steadily advancing towards its goal of developing its own cherry varieties, according to producer organisation Fedefruta.
Showcasing its progress to agricultural groups and Agriculture Minister Antonio Walker in the O’Higgins Region at a recent open day, the INIA-Biofrutales Cherry Genetic Improvement Programme said that in the coming years, producers would be able to count on new selections.
One of the most promising varieties, Selection 21, is a bicoloured Rainier-type cherry with a good postharvest life and lower cold requirement.