Cherry
April — July
Spain – a top supplier in Europe
Spain is one of Europe’s leading cherry exporters, especially early in the season. Main production area in Extremadura, but also Aragón, Catalonia, Alicante and Granada. The season starts in early April and normally lasts until July.
Varieties
( Apr — Jul)
Early-season (Apr — May)
Softer, medium size, lower firmness. Varieties like Early Lory, Burlat and Royal Tioga/Lee.
Mid-season (May — Jun)
Core export window; better firmness, balanced sweetness and good size. Varieties like Van, Stark Hardy Giant, Summit and Lapins.
Late-season (Jun — Jul)
Very firm, high brix, larger sizes and good for export. Varieties like Lapins, Skeena, Regina and Sweetheart.
Harvest season by Variety
Sizes and packaging
