Ripening studies are of special interest in identification of
optimum point of maturity which in turn dictates the harvest
time. These studies enable delivery of fruit to consumers in its
best condition in terms of nutritional, sensory and textural
properties (Serradilla et al., 2010). Sweet cherries exhibit
important biochemical and morphological changes like
increase in colour intensity and sugar content during
maturation which are considered as the main indicators of
maturity (