"A poor summer also results in a weak market for stone fruit," says Van Dijk Foods to FreshPlaza. "The unfavorable weather conditions impact us in two ways. Firstly, there is simply not much demand for peaches or nectarines. Secondly, it prompts people to..." read more

A highly innovative and custom-designed processing plant for flat peaches, nectarines, and pears to ensure optimal packaging of these particularly delicate fruits, while also automating various stages to reduce. read more

Alce Nero, the brand of organic farmers and processors since 1978, is expanding its range of organic purees in doypacks for children with a new rich and genuine flavor: apple, peach, apricot, and oats. Made with 100% Italian agricultural raw materials, this puree is sugar-free. read more

The invasion of locusts in fruit and vineyard areas is a growing problem that severely damages crops, especially peaches and vines. This phenomenon is not new, as last year they not only affected agricultural crops but also reached the beaches. read more

What is the situation on the stone fruit market: peaches, nectarines, and apricots? Is it already the time when seasonal price trends are reversing? What are the current prices of these fruits in wholesale markets? read more

The heat is driving demand for melons, watermelons, peaches, and nectarines, with prices falling. There is strong demand and high volumes also for zucchinis. The apricot campaign continues, with the first shipments from Portici. There are high quantities of the Victoria variety of table grapes coming in. read more

On Thursday, July 25th in Imola, at the Mario Neri unit of Astra, there will be a pomological exhibition on peach and apricot, featuring Stefano Foschi from Ri.Nova commenting on the varieties presented to industry professionals. read more

Depicted in a painting by Mantegna in the Basilica of San Zeno, the Pesca di Verona has a history of at least 5 centuries. And with the recognition of the IGP label, it aims to grow: from local distribution to national, and even to export. The direction is that of the Great Italian Beauty. read more

Welcome to Romagna: here the summer has a completely different flavor, just like our Romagna IGP Peaches and Nectarines. read more

On July 13th, French peach-nectarine producers protested by dumping fruit in front of the Auchan store in Perpignan and wholesaler Ets Barioux in Lyon. They were protesting against the sale of French products at "extremely low" prices, as reported by FreshPlaza. read more

The flow of goods is boosted by promotions, even though the volume is lower than in previous years. In calendar week 29, there are 16 promotions for mountain peaches. The promotional prices range from 1.76 euros/kg to 2.22 euros/kg for pre-packaged goods, loose Paraguayos are also available. read more

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that Vietnam has granted market access for California peaches and nectarines. read more

With 150,000 views and 1.5 million impressions in just two days since its launch, the commercial dedicated to Romagna Igp Peaches and Nectarines is flying on the web. Exceptional quality. read more

"A bad summer also means a bad market for stone fruit," says Henk Vlaeminck of Van Dijk Foods. "The unfavorable weather impacts us in two ways in this regard. Firstly, the demand for peaches or nectarines is just not there. Secondly, it pushes people towards sunny. read more

Italy's peach and nectarine industry seems to be adapting to the changing times. By introducing new products such as flat peaches and later-maturing varieties, producers have made progress in reversing the recent decline in the sector. read more

UK: Amazon workers narrowly reject union in historic vote
The GMB has narrowly lost its historic attempt to gain union recognition at the Amazon warehouse in Coventry. 49.5% of the workers who participated in the vote were in favor, while 50.5% voted against. The union required a majority vote in its favor to succeed. If the GMB had succeeded, it would have gained the right to represent the workers in negotiations with the company. read more

After successfully concluding the citrus fruit campaign, the Il Girasole cooperative in Paternò (Catania) is gearing up for the late and medium-late peach and nectarine season, in addition to Coscia pears. This was communicated by Giovanni Scavo. read more

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that Vietnam has granted market access for California peaches and nectarines, effective immediately. Eliminating the phytosanitary barriers that prevented California peaches and nectarines from entering the Vietnamese market required multiple rounds of negotiations. read more

On July 13th, French peach-nectarine producers staged a protest by dumping fruit in front of the Auchan store in Perpignan and the wholesaler Ets Barioux in Lyon. They were protesting against the sale of French products at "extremely low" prices. The entrance to the Auchan shopping center in Perpignan was blocked. "The red line has been crossed," according to the producers. read more

The attention towards Forficula auricularia remains high in Northern Italy, as it has become one of the key insects in defending peach and apricot crops in recent years. It is now also expanding its range to cherry and apple trees, as revealed during the technical meeting on cherries. read more