12 episodes

Welcome to Cherry Picked, the podcast that brings you the sweetest insights, tips, and stories from the world of cherry growing, packing, and consuming. Whether you are tending to a backyard tree or managing hectares of orchard, this podcast is your go-to resource for everything cherry-related.

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Welcome to Cherry Picked, the podcast that brings you the sweetest insights, tips, and stories from the world of cherry growing, packing, and consuming. Whether you are tending to a backyard tree or managing hectares of orchard, this podcast is your go-to resource for everything cherry-related.

    11. GHG Emissions, Sequestration and Carbon Footprints of Cherries with Dr Aaron Simmons

    11. GHG Emissions, Sequestration and Carbon Footprints of Cherries with Dr Aaron Simmons

    On this week's episode, we catch up with Dr Aaron Simmons, a climate scientist from NSW DPI. Aaron walks us through GHG emissions, the potential for sequestration in cherries and calculating your carbon footprint.

    To get in touch with Aaron please email aaron.simmons@dpi.nsw.gov.au



    Emissions Reduction Strategies for the Orange and Cherry Industries in New South Wales

    https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/12/18/3328

    Got feedback? Get in touch at jessica.fearnley@dpi.nsw.gov.au



    We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. 

    This project is brought to you by the extension and communication for the Australian cherry industry project. Led by NSW Department of Primary Industries, funded by Hort Innovation using the cherry research and development levy and funds from the Australian Government.

    • 35 min
    10. Preparing our trees for the future of cherry production with Bloom Fresh

    10. Preparing our trees for the future of cherry production with Bloom Fresh

    On this week's episode, we catch up with Antonia Sanchez, who works for Bloom Fresh.

    Bloom Fresh works globally to improve the genetics and production in the world's cherry industry.

    Want to get in touch with Bloom Fresh?

    https://bloomfreshglobal.com/home/#

    Got feedback? Get in touch at jessica.fearnley@dpi.nsw.gov.au

    We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. 

    This project is brought to you by the extension and communication for the Australian cherry industry project. Led by NSW Department of Primary Industries, funded by Hort Innovation using the cherry research and development levy and funds from the Australian Government.

    • 25 min
    9. Intensive cherry trees with Greg Lang

    9. Intensive cherry trees with Greg Lang

    On this week's episode, we catch up with Dr Greg Lang, leader in global cherry research. Greg talks about intensive cherry tree plantings, how to maintain them and how to get the best out of your trees.

    Want to get in touch with Greg? Follow his research at these websites

    https://www.canr.msu.edu/people/dr_gregory_lang

    https://www.goodfruit.com/shaping-the-future-of-cherry-production/

    Got feedback? Get in touch at jessica.fearnley@dpi.nsw.gov.au

    We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. 

    This project is brought to you by the extension and communication for the Australian cherry industry project. Led by NSW Department of Primary Industries, funded by Hort Innovation using the cherry research and development levy and funds from the Australian Government.

    • 26 min
    8. Plant stress! with Zen Kynigos

    8. Plant stress! with Zen Kynigos

    On this week's episode, we catch up again with crop science technologist Zen Kynigos from Prodoz. Zen talks about plant stress, how we can combat it and understand our cherry trees more.

    Want to get in touch with Zen? Contact him at zen@prodoz.com.au or visit these websites

    ⁠Prodoz.com.au⁠

    ⁠Levity.com.au⁠

    Got feedback? Get in touch at jessica.fearnley@dpi.nsw.gov.au

    We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. 

    This project is brought to you by the extension and communication for the Australian cherry industry project. Led by NSW Department of Primary Industries, funded by Hort Innovation using the cherry research and development levy and funds from the Australian Government.

    • 35 min
    7. Cherry breeding and research with Amy Iezzoni

    7. Cherry breeding and research with Amy Iezzoni

    On this week's episode, we catch up with tart cherry breeder, Amy Iezzoni from Michigan State University. Amy talks about her work in tart cherry breeding, rootstocks and value-adding opportunities.



    Got feedback? Get in touch at jessica.fearnley@dpi.nsw.gov.au



    We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. 

    This project is brought to you by the extension and communication for the Australian cherry industry project. Led by NSW Department of Primary Industries, funded by Hort Innovation using the cherry research and development levy and funds from the Australian Government.

    • 30 min
    6. Understanding cherry plant physiology for better nutrient management with Zen Kynigos

    6. Understanding cherry plant physiology for better nutrient management with Zen Kynigos

    On this week's episode, we catch up with crop science technologist Zen Kynigos from Prodoz. Zen talks about cherry physiology, the best way to deliver nutrients to the plant, and fertiliser money-saving techniques!



    Want to get in touch with Zen? Contact him at zen@prodoz.com.au or visit these websites

    Prodoz.com.au

    Levity.com.au

    Got feedback? Get in touch at jessica.fearnley@dpi.nsw.gov.au



    We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. 

    This project is brought to you by the extension and communication for the Australian cherry industry project. Led by NSW Department of Primary Industries, funded by Hort Innovation using the cherry research and development levy and funds from the Australian Government.

    • 39 min

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