"The exceptional wave of bad weather that has affected large portions of southern Sardinia in the last hours, whipped by intense rainfall and very strong gusts of wind, has seriously compromised several vegetable crops in the fields, causing particular damage to crops in the phase of." read more

Po nearly dwóch latach wyjątkowej suszy i surowego ograniczenia zużycia wody, które zmniejszyły obszary nawadniane o nawet 50 procent w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem i wpłynęły na ogrodnictwo, nowe sadzenia i hodowlę, Sardynia oraz wiele regionów centralnych i południowych Włoch teraz zmierza w przeciwnym kierunku. read more

The effects of the Harry storm on various fruit and vegetable productions are still being felt, with damages, decreased quantities, and lower quality, along with rain and frosts. Oranges, artichokes, and eggplants are particularly affected. There is a high demand for strawberries ahead of Valentine's Day. read more

Hail, rains, and the cyclone Harry have caused damage to several crops. Starting with oranges, there has been a reduction in the volumes of Tarocco oranges. Artichokes, lettuces, and spinach have also been affected with lower quantities. Zucchinis are commanding very high prices. There is an increasing demand for savoy cabbage. read more

Italiafruit News' in-depth analysis among GDO shelves dedicates the first February issue to artichokes, a category that highlights clearly defined assortment dynamics. The analysis reveals a strategy widely shared by retailers, aimed at privileging the. read more

The agricultural sector in Sardinia, Italy, especially tomato and artichoke production, is facing a severe crisis. Adverse and prolonged climatic conditions, including heavy rainfall and persistent humidity, have damaged crops and led to the spread of diseases, such as botrytis. read more

Dietary fiber concentrates derived from vegetables, particularly artichoke and carrot, have significant prebiotic potential. They can enhance gut microbiota by increasing Bacteroidetes. These microorganisms ferment fiber and increase the production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), which are important for... read more

The shortage of artichokes is expected to worsen in the near future, as a challenging weather pattern, worsened by the recent Cyclone Harry, has caused significant damage, especially in Sardinia, Sicily, and Calabria. Many producers are reporting supply shortages that are already noticeable on. read more

The Harry cyclone that hit Sicily and the bad weather in the South, with rain and frost, have caused variations in production and consequently in prices. Particularly affected were turnip greens, lettuce, artichokes, and oranges, the latter being the most impacted. read more

Good availability and quality of Tarocco oranges, but demand is not yet strong. Towards the end of the Calabrian clementine season with the first shipments of Spanish Hernandina and Tango varieties. Weak demand for spinach, while artichokes and fennel have been affected by the rains. read more