The collapse of the cherry harvest in Puglia is causing prices to skyrocket across Italy.

2025-05-21 00:00

Cherry production has decreased by 70% to 100% in the southeastern part of Bari province (Puglia) due to frosts in March and April. The early Georgia and Bigarreau varieties have been significantly impacted, but the Ferrovia variety suffered the most damage, with a risk of a complete loss.

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