Argentina: the cherry from Los Antiguos advances towards its first export with Designation of Origin

The first fresh fruit from Argentina with a Designation of Origin is preparing to reach international markets after validating the system that will certify the quality and traceability of the cherry.

The Designation of Origin (DO) "Cherry of the Valley of Los Antiguos – Patagonia" took a new step towards its commercial implementation after completing the pilot project that allowed the validation of the Quality Management System (QMS), a key tool for guaranteeing traceability, compliance with production standards, and certification of the product. The National Institute of Agricultural Technology (INTA) reported that, with this advancement, the initiative prepares the way for the first export of Argentine cherries with the Designation of Origin seal during the next season. The project, financed by the Government of Santa Cruz through the Federal Investment Council, aimed to implement and validate a system that strengthens the differentiation of the product, its territorial identity, and its competitiveness in the markets. As part of the work, a documentary and operational base of the QMS was developed, which establishes procedures from the orchards to the commercialization of ...