Growers dismiss Chinese claims Aussie cherries are 'inferior'

Bryce Eishold
January 15 2021 - 6:00am
IN DEMAND: Cherry Growers Australia president Tom Eastlake said coronavirus restrictions and a lack of international passenger flights have caused logistical issues for cherry exporters.
IN DEMAND: Cherry Growers Australia president Tom Eastlake said coronavirus restrictions and a lack of international passenger flights have caused logistical issues for cherry exporters.

Australian cherry growers and exporters have shrugged off claims by Chinese state-owned media that cherries from Down Under are "inferior" in taste and quality.

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Bryce Eishold

Bryce Eishold

Senior Journalist

Bryce is a senior journalist with Australian Community Media's Stock & Land where he reports on all aspects of agriculture. Bryce is also the president of the Rural Press Club of Victoria. Email Bryce at bryce.eishold@stockandland.com.au.

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