Yunqi Liu^1,2

1 Zhejiang Lvyin Technology Development Co., Ltd., Pinghu 314200, Zhejiang, China
2 Zhejiang Agronomist College, Hangzhou 310021, Zhejiang, China
Author    Correspondence author
Bioscience Methods, 2026, Vol. 17, No. 4   
Received: 10 Jul., 2026    Accepted: 12 Aug., 2026    Published: 25 Aug., 2026

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Climate change-induced precipitation variability and extreme rainfall events have become major constraints on stable cherry (Prunus avium L.) production, causing fruit cracking, disease outbreaks, yield fluctuations, and quality deterioration. Rain-shelter cultivation has emerged as an effective strategy to mitigate climatic risks by regulating orchard microclimates and improving production stability. This review summarizes the effects of rain-shelter cultivation on cherry growth, yield formation, fruit quality, and stress resistance. Rain-shelter systems reduce excessive rainfall exposure, regulate soil moisture and canopy humidity, improve light and temperature conditions, and create a more favorable ecological environment for tree development. Furthermore, rain-shelter cultivation enhances fruit appearance, soluble solids accumulation, antioxidant capacity, and postharvest performance by reducing physiological disorders and pathogen infection. The physiological and molecular mechanisms underlying improved stress tolerance, including water regulation, oxidative stress mitigation, and hormone-mediated defense responses, are also discussed. Case studies from different cherry-producing regions demonstrate the potential of rain-shelter cultivation to stabilize yield and enhance economic benefits under changing climatic conditions. Future research should focus on intelligent facility management, integration with precision orchard practices, and long-term sustainability assessments to develop climate-resilient cherry production systems.

Rain-shelter cultivation; Cherry production; Climate resilience; Fruit quality; Production stability