Northern Province

Farming system

Higher elevations, cooler nights.

Cherry maturation is slower; yields lower.

Processing reality

Washed dominates.

Drying is generally easier than the west due to lower humidity.

Fermentation needs closer control in cooler temps (risk of under-ferment).

Supply chain + power

Fewer stations overall → cherry competition is intense.

Some stations struggle to secure enough volume without aggressive pricing.

Buyer truth

High ceiling, but station management quality varies sharply.