Orchard View Cherries, marketed exclusively by Oppy, said it expects a “standout season” with 30% larger cherry crop by volume compared to last year’s.
“This season is progressing beautifully,” Brenda Thomas, president of Orchard View, said in a May 21 news release. “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.”
Oppy projected promotable volumes will begin in the last week of June, with ample supply ready for Fourth of July celebrations, and continue through the season. The company said it expects a smooth transition from California to Northwest fruit, ensuring uninterrupted availability for retailers and consumers during the peak summer season.
Oppy’s senior vice president of categories and chief marketing officer James Milne said this is one of the most-extended harvest periods seen in recent years.
“With particularly rich volcanic soil, ample sunshine and a moderate climate that’s only graced in The Dalles, [Ore.,] Orchard View continues to deliver cherries that meet the highest specifications in appearance, taste and texture,” Milne said. “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 which is exciting.”
Oppy called Orchard View “a powerhouse in cherry production.” The company focuses exclusively on cherries, with over 90% of fruit shipped raised on the 3,500 acres it grows on. The company said it grows several varieties — chelan, bing, kordia, rainier, lapins, regina, skeena and sweetheart — which can be matched to its optimal microclimate and elevation for peak performance.
“Every cherry is handpicked in the cool early morning hours to preserve firmness and flavor,” Thomas said. “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 unmatched freshness and quality.”
