LatviaPublished: 11 July 2026 at 16:36

Cherry season: Gardeners hope for sunny weather

Cherry harvest season has begun in Latvia, with gardeners hoping for sunny weather as prolonged rain can spoil the crop. The largest cherry collection in the country is at the Institute of Horticulture in Dobele, where scientists are developing new varieties.

The cherry harvest season has started in Latvia. While buyers are eager to enjoy the summer berries, gardeners are hoping for sunny days. Prolonged rains can cause the fruit to crack, ruining part of the harvest. The Institute of Horticulture in Dobele houses the largest cherry collection in Latvia, with hundreds of varieties currently ripening. Scientists are actively working on creating new cherry varieties.

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