Honeybear Brands starts Chilean cherry season

Elgin, Minn., November 2, 2026 – Honeybear Brands BB #:128246, a leading grower, marketer and developer of premium conventional and organic apples, pears and cherries, is shipping cherries to retail from the Southern Hemisphere and will continue through early January.

The company is preparing for the upcoming Chilean cherry season with a focus on what sets its program apart: longstanding growers that understand our customers wants and needs, and a commitment to delivering exceptional fruit to retail partners.

For Honeybear, great cherries start long before the fruit reaches the packing line. With over 25 years of experience, working with the same Honeybear cherry growers we have built trusted partnerships and a deep understanding of the growing conditions and fruit characteristics that contribute to quality. This expertise helps Honeybear identify cherries that deliver the flavor, firmness and consistency consumers expect throughout the season.

“Great fruit starts with great growers, and strong retail relationships are at the heart of our Chilean cherry program,” said Chuck Sinks, president of sales and marketing at Honeybear Brands. “Our longstanding growers give us valuable insight into the fruit and the people behind it make it happen. Combined with our logistics capabilities, we’re positioned to help retailers deliver a high-quality cherry experience their consumers look forward to every winter.”

Strong Grower Base Backed by Import Expertise

Honeybear’s Chilean cherry program combines experienced growers with a scalable import and distribution platform designed to support retail programs nationwide. The company offers flexible transportation, options by air, ocean and over-the-road, supported by strategic distribution capabilities in Philadelphia, Los Angeles and Miami.

This combination of great growers, product knowledge and logistical flexibility allows Honeybear to work with retailers to develop cherry programs to support their needs, from quality fruit to supporting seasonal promotions to drive sales.

As consumers look forward to the return of fresh Chilean cherries during the winter months, Honeybear is ready to help retailers capitalize on seasonal demand with a program built on experience, collaboration and a commitment to quality.

Retailers interested in developing a Chilean cherry program or exploring promotional opportunities can contact their Honeybear account manager or email the_den@honeybearmarketing.com.

About Honeybear Brands
Honeybear Brands is a leading grower, marketer and developer of premium conventional and organic apples, pears and cherries. With a commitment to quality, innovation and trusted growers, Honeybear delivers exceptional fruit to retailers and consumers across North America.