Oregon cherry grower expects 30 percent volume increase over last year
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| 22 May 2025
Overview of cherries from Oregon in the U.S. market, complemented by charts from Agronometrics. Original published on May 22, 2025.
Orchard View Cherries is preparing to kick off what promises to be a strong season on June 12. With more than a century of expertise growing cherries on the banks of Oregon’s Columbia River, the company is forecasting excellent quality, consistent large sizing and mature sugars, and a 30 percent increase in volume over last year.
“This season is progressing beautifully,” said Brenda Thomas, president of Orchard View. “Our trees came through a mild winter looking strong, and after an exceptional pollination period, they’re now bursting with more cherries than we saw in 2024. We’re thrilled to be entering this season with moderate conditions that are ideal for producing high-quality fruit.”
With promotable volumes beginning the last week of June, ample supply will be ready for July 4 celebrations and continue through the season. The team expects a smooth transition from California to Northwest fruit, ensuring uninterrupted availability for retailers and consumers during the peak summer season.
“With particularly rich volcanic soil, ample sunshine, and a moderate climate that’s graced in The Dalles, Orchard View delivers cherries that meet the highest specifications in appearance, taste, and texture,” said Oppy’s senior vice president of categories and chief marketing officer James Milne. “With the wide spread of bloom between varieties and regions we’re seeing this season, we’ll have an extra five to seven days of fruit.”
Source: USDA Market News via Agronometrics.
(Agronometrics users can view this chart with live updates here)
Source: USDA Market News via Agronometrics.
(Agronometrics users can view this chart with live updates here)
Backed by four generations of expertise, Orchard View focuses exclusively on cherries, with over 90 percent of fruit shipped raised on the 3,500 acres it grows on. Each variety — Chelan®, Bing, Kordia, Rainier, Lapins, Regina, Skeena and Sweetheart — is matched to its optimal microclimate and elevation for peak performance.
“Every cherry is hand-picked in the cool early morning hours to preserve firmness and flavor. Because cherries are all we grow, we’re able to focus entirely on producing the very best — picked, packed, and shipped the same day for freshness and quality,” added Thomas.
The grower is also deeply committed to food safety, environmental sustainability and worker well-being. This dedication is evident beyond the orchard, as the company offers free housing to pickers and their families — including newly built facilities, children’s play structures, and even a full-size soccer field which were added in 2022.
“It’s a wonderful thing to see how important quality of life is to Brenda and her team,” said Milne. “They want people to leave with good memories and look forward to coming back season after season.”
Orchard View Cherries are available in high-graphic pouch bags and top seal.
The News in Charts is a collection of stories from the industry complemented by charts from Agronometrics to help better tell their story.
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