Nectarines

The two brands, Viulèt and Gilda by the producers' organization OP Granfrutta Zani, are now available in various large-scale retail chains in Italy and abroad. These brands are dedicated to enhancing the quality of European plums and nectarines. "These are two top-quality products," explains the Italian. read more

New opportunities are opening up for peaches, nectarines, apricots, and plums. Confirmation comes from the top management of Apofruit, who, based on market evaluations with a long and consolidated history, are now urging their members to consider the idea of implementing these crops. read more

The campaign for peaches and nectarines is progressing smoothly. Gabriele Ferri, the General Manager of Naturitalia, is assessing the situation. "June was an exceptional month, with high-quality products and strong demand from all markets, both domestically in Italy and internationally. I can't recall a time when... read more

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As every year, the event will be accompanied by the Fresh Market Catalog – a printed and online publication distributed directly to the most important retail chain buyers from Poland and the region. read more

As a result, the harvest quantity in the 2025/26 campaign is expected to fall by around 45% to 649,000 tons, according to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Mersin-Adana region on the Mediterranean coast, a significant area for Turkish nectarine production, has been particularly hard hit. read more

Spanish peaches and nectarines used to have a strong presence in the market but have since decreased in importance. According to the German BLE, there were also some limitations on Italian deliveries. Shipments from Turkey and France helped to fill the market gap. Greek and domestic supplies were only minor contributors. The season is now reaching its end. read more

This is the first time that access has been agreed for an entire fruit category. Apricots, peaches, nectarines, plums, and prunes will be part of the access agreement. read more

Between May 1 and August 3, 2025, Georgia exported 19,200 tonnes of peaches and nectarines, generating USD 23.4 million in export revenue, according to the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture. Export volumes were up 15% year-on-year (+2,500 tonnes), while export value increased. read more

From January to May 2025, Kazakhstan exported 724 tonnes of apricots, which is 1.8 times more than in the same period last year. The entire volume was shipped to Russia. Plum exports increased by 7.5 times to 178 tonnes, also destined for Russia. Peach and nectarine exports grew almost 15-fold, reaching 104.9 tonnes. read more

Sicilian peach farming is now entering the peak of the season with late varieties of peaches and nectarines, a segment that in recent years has gained a prominent role in the national fruit and vegetable supply chain. In this scenario, among the entities that best represent excellence... read more

A "blood-red" pulp, an intense flavor, and a diva-like character. This is how Gilda, the new line of red-fleshed nectarines launched by Granfrutta Zani, presents itself, aiming to win over a discerning, curious audience in search of authentic flavors. read more

The watermelon campaign is going well, with high volumes and excellent quality. On the other hand, the quantities of netted melons are decreasing. Peaches and nectarines are also decreasing, but there is growth in larger-sized Italian plums and apricots. The new campaign for dry onions has started. read more

The shape is flat, but the taste is not. Ondine, the new premium flat white-flesh nectarine born from the collaboration between some of the main Italian and foreign fruit and vegetable companies, lands on the market for the first time with significant numbers after several years of campaigns. read more

The summer season brings with it the most intense flavors of fresh fruit, and among these are the stone fruits - peaches, nectarines, apricots, and plums - which are once again taking center stage for Coop Sole, one of the most important fruit and vegetable cooperatives on the national scene. read more

Sales of Greek peaches and nectarines are under intense pressure this year, according to Mr. Christos Alagiozidis, owner of the packing company Alagiozidis Fruits, based in Imathia. He explains, "This year, we are facing increased daily pressure from all sides: from read more

"To comfortably fit a meatball into a sandwich, you would have to flatten it. The same goes for peaches and nectarines: If you want them to be a handy snack, you have to flatten them, too. That's how Ondine was born." Joaquín Berges, the marketing manager of Frutaria Innovation (Samca Group). read more

The melon campaign continues, with high availability. With the rise in temperatures, an upward push for watermelons is expected. Quantities are running out for peaches and nectarines with small-sized fruit. The cherry season is coming to an end, with the campaign in Trentino. read more

Ondine is serious. The flat nectarine - aromatic, crispy, tasty and consistently high-quality throughout the season - is aiming to become a new reference point in the European fruit and vegetable sector. The goal? To project the peach and nectarine sector into a new dimension. read more

The positive trend continues for summer fruit at the Cesena fruit and vegetable market, as confirmed by the usual weekly survey of the "Borsino," conducted in collaboration with Italmercati. "We are in the midst of local peach and nectarine production," explains Matteo Magnani. read more