The first ship of the Cherry Express service of the season arrived in China with 4,500 tons of Chilean cherries

The first ship of the 'Cherry Express' service for the 2024-2025 season arrived at the port of Hong Kong on December 8. This first shipment transported 900,000 boxes, equivalent to 4,500 tons of fruit, after a direct 21-day journey from the port of Valparaíso, Red Agrícola reported. The cargo was taken to the local market of Guangzhou, in southern China, where a ceremony was held to open one of the 250 containers transported. The event was led by Iván Marambio, president of Frutas de Chile, and Claudia Soler, executive director of the Cherry Committee of Frutas de Chile, who highlighted the importance of the milestone for Chilean trade and economy. China the largest destination China is the main destination for Chilean cherries, with a projection of receiving 90% of exports during this season. Cherries are considered a premium product in the Chinese market, where they are highly valued for their quality and cultural symbolism, especially during the Lunar New Year celebrations, ...