"What is certain is that the high harvest potential for apricots is evolving towards a normal potential, due to difficult climatic conditions during fruit set. Therefore, there is a risk of early varieties shortages," says Raphaël Martinez, Director of the PDO Peaches and Apricots of France. read more

In Georgia's Kakheti region, famous for its exceptional and unique Saperavi wines, farmers cultivate not only wine grapes but also various types of stone fruit. Last year, Kakheti produced 25,300 tons of peaches, representing 66% of Georgia's total peach yield. read more

The Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance has stopped the import of a 1.6-ton shipment of fresh peaches from Uzbekistan. This action was taken following the detection of the oriental fruit moth, Grapholita molesta, a quarantine pest, during a phytosanitary inspection. read more

The watermelon and melon campaigns are progressing well, with ample availability. Apricots continue to be marketed, with the first arrivals for the late variety Faralia. Prices remain high for medium and large sizes of peaches and nectarines. Full production for read more

During the recent IFN live broadcast dedicated to peaches and nectarines (click here to watch it), the current campaign was discussed. After a slow start, the season is finally picking up pace (click here for more information). A significant part of the broadcast was dedicated to this topic. read more

Also this week, La Borsa della Spesa, the weekly informational service created by BMTI and Italmercati in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, highlights the most convenient and high-quality seasonal products, ideal for enjoying the summer heat with taste and savings. read more

Particularly notable is the price increase for sweet cherries. Compared to the previous year's week, consumers currently pay an average of 8.55 Euro/kg, representing a 61.3% increase. Peaches (including Paraguayos) also saw a price hike of 47.5% to 3.32 Euro/kg. Apples also increased by 3.6%. read more

After a slow start, caused by a delay in ripening in the main productive areas, the commercial campaign for peaches and nectarines has finally picked up. The market is gaining ground, supported by a good quality of the fruits, favored by a varietal turnover that read more

The two new yellow peach and platerina varieties resulting from the research of the FrutIMIDA peach genetic improvement program, which aim to extend the harvesting season, were presented a few days ago in the Spanish municipality of Abarán, in the province of Murcia. read more

The recent hailstorms have caused a further decrease in the initial forecasts for the stone fruit harvest in Lleida. The first part of the season has started, with prices for almost all products being favorable due to high demand and reduced supply, both domestically and in other competing countries. Currently, we are... read more

Let's conclude the analysis on the management of peach and nectarine sales in large-scale retail trade (GDO) started yesterday (click here for more details), by examining other factors that influence the purchasing decision: display space, packaging types, presence of brands, and price levels. read more

The marketing of watermelons is proceeding at a fast pace. The climate also favors the Italian melon campaign, which boasts excellent quality. The apricot market is recovering, while the cherry market is declining. Prices are still slightly high for large-sized peaches and nectarines. read more

Not only radicchio, peaches and nectarines, blueberries, raspberries, cherries, but also a completely Italian onion. The new harvest of the Italian season of the golden onion of the Great Italian Beauty has begun. Perusi, founding partner of the business network that combines national productions of... read more

The aggregate of fruits indicated as "peaches and nectarines" has now become a complex category, especially when we put ourselves in the shoes of a customer shopping in the fruit and vegetable section of a supermarket. This complexity arises from numerous factors, even before we get to read more

Despite the difficulties caused by the bad weather and the violent hailstorms that have hit key areas like Murcia and Aragon, the mood among Spanish agricultural producers remains surprisingly positive at the beginning of the summer season, as highlighted by the Spanish publication ValenciaFruits.com. read more

Italian countryside is in crisis: there is a lack of workforce and the summer fruit harvest, such as peaches, apricots, and plums, is seriously at risk, as reported by Resto del Carlino from Cesena. Amid delays, lost harvests, and struggling warehouses, agricultural companies are denouncing the inefficiency of the... read more

In week 23, pre-packed fruit and vegetables sales are growing in volume, accompanied by a slight increase in the average selling price mix. Among distribution channels, hypermarkets and supermarkets stand out, while discount stores are showing stable performance. read more

More than 50 technicians, farmers, and traders attended the pomology exhibition organized in Casemurate (Ravenna) last week by Battistini Vivai, which featured varieties and selections of blueberries, raspberries, cherries, apricots, peaches, and nectarines. Click here for the photo gallery! read more

Out of the total amount, 285,000 tons are accounted for by peaches, 59,000 tons by apricots, 7,500 tons by plums, and over 3,700 tons by cherries. "The numbers would have been much higher if it weren't for the severe hailstorms in May, which resulted in a loss of 58,000 tons of stone fruit." read more

"We are now at the start of the peach, nectarine, and apricot season. We get these fruits from Apulia. Additionally, we obtain our plums from Basilicata. Our harvesting will continue until September, with peaches and apricots being in season until the end of August. Despite the volumes not being as high as last year, the quality is exceptional." read more