In 2024, the cultivation of sweet cherries in the Netherlands saw a slight increase, covering an area of 556 hectares, with 120 out of 340 cherry growers specializing in the crop, accounting for 35% of the total cherry growing area. Meanwhile, the country's plum cultivation expanded to 260 hectares, with 35 out of 270 growers dedicated to plums, holding 18% of the total plum cultivation area.