As previously reported by EastFruit, exports of the new cherry crop have begun from Uzbekistan’s Fergana region. At the very start of the season, Uzbek exporters are already noting high demand for their cherries on international markets.
This year, shipments of the first small batches of cherries to export markets commenced in late April—approximately a week earlier than last year. Over the past week, however, EastFruit sources report that Uzbek exporters have begun loading larger shipments, marking the onset of mass exports. At this stage, mostly early-ripening varieties are being exported, predominantly the local “Bahor” cultivar (which translates as “Spring”), known for its smaller calibre.
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According to exporters, demand for Uzbek cherries is strong right from the season’s outset. Currently, cherries sized between 20 and 26 mm are being shipped under FCA terms at prices ranging from $3.20 to $4.20 per kilogram, depending on calibre.
Uzbekistan consistently ranks among the world’s top 10 fresh cherry exporters, with annual export volumes between 30,000 and 60,000 tonnes, except in years of poor harvests due to adverse weather. According to the National Statistics Committee, Uzbekistan exported 32,200 tonnes of cherries in 2024, generating total export revenues of $70.3 million.
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