Bud counting in cherry and grape fields is a key step in harvest planning, allowing growers to know the productive potential of each tree in advance.
This technique not only helps predict the amount of fruit to be harvested but also enables better adjustment of tree and vineyard loads, ensuring a balance between yield and quality.

Recently, we’ve been working in the Jumilla area, located in the northeast of Murcia province, conducting cherry bud counts.
Although it’s not a predominant crop there, proper growth management is crucial to optimizing production.
We’ve also been counting grape buds in Murcia, Spain’s leading table grape–producing region.

In a context of high competitiveness and increasing climate pressure, having reliable data from the start of the crop cycle is key to minimizing risks and improving profitability.
The integration of advanced technologies — such as artificial intelligence and real-time data analysis — enhances measurement accuracy, providing essential insights for producers to optimize harvests, reduce risks, and boost efficiency and sustainability.

Carrying out these types of counts makes it possible to accurately forecast the expected fruit yield, helping farmers make informed decisions about tree load management.

Furthermore, this early analysis helps optimize the use of essential inputs such as water and fertilizers, avoiding unnecessary consumption and ensuring that resources are used efficiently.

Having reliable data from the start of the crop cycle allows producers to anticipate potential problems and improve their management strategies.
In a sector where profitability depends on every decision, precision agriculture becomes an indispensable ally for maximizing efficiency and minimizing risks.