Barbera International will be present at Macfrut, scheduled from April 21st to 23rd, as part of the collective exhibition of the Sicilian Region, a partner of the event, at booth D1 - stand 067/107.
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At Macfrut 2026, Pacifico arrives: the first hologram mushroom
2026-04-15 00:00
A double debut. Pacifico, the new mascot of the Treviso Mushroom Consortium, arrives at Macfrut (21-23 April, Rimini Expo Centre) and becomes the first hologram mushroom presented at a trade fair. A change in communication approach for the sector, with the company placing emphasis on...
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Pink Lady® at Macfrut 2026: a relational hub for the supply chain and launch of Joya®
2026-04-15 00:00
Pink Lady® Europe will be present at Macfrut 2026 with a solid growth dynamic and a structured development strategy throughout the entire supply chain.
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Observing The Great Pavilion at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show
2026-04-15 00:00
The heart and center of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, the Great Pavilion is filled with vibrant flowers, scientific research, innovation, and immersive exhibits. Here are the highlights inside the large tent. At the center of the Great Pavilion is the Monument Feature:
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"As knowledge spreads, zero-chill varieties are opening up India's blueberry market."
2026-04-15 00:00
Indyjski producenci borówek odkryli prostą prawdę: Jeśli wybierzesz niewłaściwą odmianę, twoje rośliny nie będą w ogóle owocować, mówi Tanvi Karvat z Berryland Biotech. "Rolnicy często przeszukują internet w poszukiwaniu opcji 'wysokiego plonu', nie sprawdzając liczby godzin chłodu ani lokalnych wzorców ciepła i opadów, i kończą z roślinami
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Indian blueberry growers have discovered a simple truth: if you pick the wrong variety, your plants won't fruit at all, says Tanvi Karvat of Berryland Biotech. "Farmers often search the web for 'high-yield' options without checking chill hours or local heat and rain patterns, and end up with plants read more
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Indian blueberry growers have discovered a simple truth: if you pick the wrong variety, your plants won't fruit at all, says Tanvi Karvat of Berryland Biotech. "Farmers often search the web for 'high-yield' options without checking chill hours or local heat and rain patterns, and end up with plants read more
Ukraine: prices for last year's cabbage are starting to increase
2026-04-15 00:00
According to analysts from the EastFruit project, Ukrainian farmers have begun to gradually raise prices for last year's white cabbage since the beginning of this week. Producers attribute this trend to a seasonal decrease in supply coupled with increasing demand.
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Sustainability certifications are becoming increasingly central in corporate strategies.
2026-04-15 00:00
In recent years, sustainability has transitioned from being a reputation lever to a true competitiveness factor even for the agri-food sector, including the fruit and vegetable industry. Market demands, increasing consumer awareness, environmental policies, and conditions set by large retailers are all contributing factors.
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The 43rd edition of the Macfrut trade fair is ahead of us!
2026-04-15 00:00
This year's edition of Macfrut trade fair is the most international in history. It will be attended by over 800 key buyers (+20%) and exhibitors from five continents. The presence of 5 ministers has been announced (Lebanon, Syria, 2 from the Dominican Republic, and Italy). The event
read moreReusable packaging helps to control costs and ensure compliance.
2026-04-15 00:00
Rozwiązania opakowaniowe wielokrotnego użytku są wykorzystywane przez producentów oraz detalistów w celu poprawy przewidywalności cen, zarządzania kosztami oraz spełnienia wymagań regulacyjnych. Model SmartCycle firmy IFCO zapewnia zcentralizowany system dla wielokrotnego użytku opakowań, wspierając operacje w świeżej branży spożywczej.
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Obecnie trwa sezon zbiorów owoców pestkowych w Dalian, Chinach, a główne odmiany obejmują wiśnie dalijskie, nektarynki i śliwki. Pan Li z Dalian Nongfutong Fruit and Vegetable Professional Cooperative zajmuje się lokalnym pozyskiwaniem i handlem owocami pestkowymi. Według Pana Li...
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Growers and greenhouse owners are increasingly looking for solutions to help them maintain control as complexity in their operations continues to increase. They are seeking solutions and technologies that will keep their operations stable, provide clarity in daily decision-making, and effectively utilize the growing stream of greenhouse data.
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Fairtrade Bananas: 14 thousand tonnes sold in Italy
2026-04-15 00:00
In 2024, over 14 thousand tons of Fairtrade-certified bananas were sold in Italy, showing a 1.5% increase compared to the previous year, according to the Social Balance Sheet of Fairtrade Italy. Fair trade continues to be a concrete lever in the global fruit and vegetable supply chain.
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Pink Lady Europe meets the supply chain at Macfrut 2026
2026-04-15 00:00
Pink Lady Europes will be one of the protagonists at Macfrut 2026 (Hall 3, stand 111), where it will present to industry operators the results of the season and the brand's development prospects. The participation in the fair comes at a positive stage for the brand, in a context of
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The supply of premium segment packable table potatoes continues to decrease, while discount-grade potatoes remain available and are being sold consistently. Weuthen GmbH reports that the consumption of table potatoes in Germany is still increasing. Substandard potatoes in the Rhineland are...
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A garden center located in Lincolnshire has gone into administration after nearly thirty years in operation. Opperman Plants Ltd has been providing millions of ornamental and tropical plants to retailers and wholesalers across the UK annually since 1997. This family-owned business is situated in Spalding.
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Berries, I Frutti di Gil focuses on innovation and supply chain: the news at Macfrut
2026-04-15 00:00
The Frutti di Gil, a joint venture between Gruppo Orsero - a leader in the distribution of fruit and vegetable products - and Cerchia Holding of the Molari family - specialists in varietal selection and berry nursery - will be present at Macfrut 2026 with a stand in Pavilion D2 (Stand X).
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The evolutionary process of fruit and vegetable packaging
2026-04-15 00:00
Nespak and Ciesse Paper will be attending Macfrut to demonstrate how packaging for fruits and vegetables can evolve in a tangible way, combining product protection, industrial practicality, shelf appeal, and more options in materials. Visit stand D3-73 to learn more about the innovations from these two Italian companies.
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When will there be more Polish strawberries available for sale?
2026-04-15 00:00
In Polish greenhouse farms, strawberry harvest has been in full swing for a few days now. Consumers, as well as retailers from selected supermarket chains, are eagerly awaiting better availability of these first, Polish red fruits. We know how they look and taste.
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What growth prospects does Port Houston have in the future?
2026-04-15 00:00
Liczby same za siebie przemawiają. "Do 2035 roku Houston wyprzedzi Chicago i stanie się trzecim co do wielkości miastem w USA. W czasie, gdy widzimy stany w USA tracące populację, Teksas wciąż rośnie o 1000 nowych obywateli dziennie" - mówi Dante Galeazzi, prezes Texas International Produce.
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Rebuilding soil for blueberries using biochar technology
2026-04-15 00:00
As part of the Blueberry Factory 2026 project, long-term observations are being conducted on the impact of a substrate based on brown coal on the condition and productivity of highbush blueberry shrubs. One of the analyzed plots is the 'Bluecrop' variety, where - we.
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