With the arrival of autumn and the approach of the Halloween holiday, the presence of the pumpkin category grows on the shelves of the large-scale retail trade. As usual, Italiafruit News is dedicating an in-depth analysis to the topic, examining the offerings of six retail chains in Reggio Emilia at the end of September. read more

During Proflora, Tatiana de Germán Ribón, General Manager of Flores La Conchita, was recognized as part of the "Next Generation" of Floriculture — an acknowledgment that celebrates the new generation of leaders who are redefining the industry through innovation, sustainability, and a deep commitment to the environment. read more

The harvesting of Fuji MelaPiù®, the flagship of apple cultivation in the flatlands of Emilia-Romagna, has started these days. It is grown in the areas of Ferrara, Ravenna, Forlì-Cesena, and Bologna. The volumes remain stable at 16,000 tons on an area of 450 hectares, while the read more

Saudi Arabia has recently shifted its focus to exporting fresh produce as part of a strategy to diversify its economy, which is heavily reliant on energy exports, while also aiming to ensure food security and reduce its reliance on imports. Among these products, dates are a sector in which the country excels. read more

"Finally, thanks to the joint pressure from the entire supply chain and the great work carried out by the political sphere, the Senate has resolved the dangerous paradox that arose due to the lack of tools to ensure compliance with the insurance obligation for the." read more

Nursery owners and landscapers are expecting a wave of new laws to come their way in the next few years. These regulations are set to change the way business is conducted in all areas of the horticultural industry, including cut flower operations and native plant nurseries. The new rules cover a range of... read more

The VIP cauliflower campaign has come to an end, once again confirming a well-established positive trend. Providing an update is the sales director, Kurt Ratschiller, who reports a satisfactory balance: "This year we harvested a total of 3,150 tons of..." read more

An experiment was conducted during the winter season of 2022-2023 at the Horticultural Research Centre, SVPUA&T, Meerut, to evaluate the impact of Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) on Dahlia variabilis L. cv. Zail Singh using a Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with 19 treatments. read more

The harvesting of organic persimmons in California has begun. "Conventional Fuyu persimmons began harvesting slightly earlier than us in the organic sector. Currently, the smaller fruits are showing color first, so the fruits being harvested are from those who are willing to selectively pick the smaller ones." read more

During the International Strawberry Congress, Philippe Binard from Freshfel Europe shared insights on consumption trends in the European strawberry industry and the challenges that lie ahead in an uncertain world. "Fruits and vegetables can play a crucial role in promoting health and sustainability," Philippe emphasized. read more

Māori kiwifruit growers have agreed to pursue a new export partnership with customers in the UAE, as part of a landmark agreement that puts them "on the world stage". read more

Handel rolny Republiki Południowej Afryki z sąsiednimi krajami napotkał w ostatnich latach poważne trudności, głównie z powodu ograniczeń importowych narzucanych przez Namibię i Botswanę. read more

The intensification of weather conditions worldwide in the near future will lead to a higher demand for fruit varieties that are able to withstand these harsher conditions. read more

Aldi is implementing dedicated "reduction zones" in its UK stores to help customers easily locate discounted fresh food items. read more

Potatoes become rubbery. Farmers should now have more flexibility in combating the reed-glass leafhopper by using fallow land. Fallow land is arable land that is kept temporarily vegetation-free in autumn and winter. This allows for... read more

The Spanish fruit and vegetable exporter federation Fepex has denounced a new agreement between the European Union and Morocco that extends tariff benefits to products from Western Sahara. read more

The Spanish tropicals specialist Montosa stated that the increasing consumption of avocado products in Europe is driving demand for their guacamole and avocado pulp. read more

Haygrove, The New Forest Fruit Company, and Bucksbury Farm are the most recent planning applications to be rejected by local councils or courts, and these decisions are detrimental to business. read more

The partner is the local agricultural cooperative Alba Bio. The production in the heart of Sicily creates a unique connection between tradition, innovation, and quality, according to the company. read more

Several factors are crucial for Peru's success. The country has not only expanded its cultivation areas and export capacities but has also made significant investments in logistics, especially in refrigeration chain infrastructure, to ensure product quality. read more