Cherry Harvest 2025: Global Shortages Ahead, but China Remains a Stable Option

2nd July, 2025

Cherry Harvest 2025: Global Shortage, but Stable Supply Still Possible from China

This year’s global cherry harvest has been one of the toughest in recent memory. Across key growing regions in Europe and Türkiye, unseasonal weather and spring frosts have caused significant crop damage—leading to sharp declines in yield and soaring market prices.

In Türkiye, the worst frost in three decades hit provinces like Afyon, Denizli, and Manisa, resulting in 70–80% production losses in many orchards. Italy’s Puglia region, a key domestic source, also suffered heavily, with some farmers reporting complete loss of early cherry varieties. Prices in European markets have already climbed to €25–30/kg for fresh fruit.

While China’s cherry production also saw a decline due to irregular spring temperatures, the situation is more balanced. Certain growing regions remain relatively unaffected, and some supply—particularly for processed formats such as Canned Cherries—is still accessible for the 2025 season.

Why It Matters for Buyers

If you’re sourcing cherries for manufacturing, private label, or retail use, these disruptions may affect your timelines and pricing. Planning ahead and securing reliable partners is more important than ever.

At Countree Food, we continue to work closely with our field teams and factories to keep our partners informed with the latest crop updates and volume availability. Beyond canned and jarred cherries , we also offer:

- A wide selection of canned, pouch-packed, and frozen fruits & vegetables

- Ready-to-eat fruit purées and jellies

- Seasonal fruit and vegetable solutions for both retail & foodservice

We’re here to help you stay ahead—season after season.

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*This article is based on trade reports and industry field updates. All insights are compiled and adapted by Countree Food for reference purposes only.