"There is a nighttime Bologna that we want to shed light on. It is the one of the operators of the Bolognese fruit and vegetable sector: wholesale traders and fruit and vegetable producers who operate in the platform of the Bologna Agri-Food Center. They will be the protagonists of the new" read more

The study, published in the journal Antioxidants, investigated the impact of freeze-dried strawberries (FDS) on antioxidant levels, fasting glucose levels, and vascular inflammation in adults with prediabetes. The findings revealed that consuming FDS daily for 12 weeks reduced markers of inflammation and fasting glucose levels. read more

Zbiory polskich jabłek zbliżają się ku końcowi, gdyż niektóre firmy już całkowicie zakończyły zbieranie wszystkich jabłek - mówi Jakub Krawczyk, menedżer eksportu polskiego eksportera jabłek Appolonia: "Zbieranie zbiorów zbliża się do końca; niektórzy producenci już zakończyli, ale nie wszyscy". read more

Kanzi was the protagonist at the Deejay Ten in Milan, the running event organized by Radio Deejay that animated the heart of the city on Saturday, October 12th, with a renewed stand, engaging activities, and a creative concept entirely dedicated to energy. read more

South African grapefruit exporters have met their projected volume for the 2025 citrus season, with shipments reaching 15.3 million cartons. Boitshoko Ntshabele, CEO of the Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa (CGA), confirmed that this figure matched the crop estimate made in April. read more

This year's autumn unusually delayed the first ground frosts. It wasn't until the beginning of October that local temperature drops were recorded, and in recent days the frosts have become more significant - reaching as low as -7°C in some places, and even lower in others. read more

The Technical Table for the development, qualification, and sustainability of the sector has completed the drafting of the proposal for the Chestnut Plan, a key tool for the revitalization, qualification, and sustainability of this sector, focusing on the current state of affairs and objectives. read more

Zerbinati, a leading company in Italy in the production of fresh vegetables, salads, and ready-to-eat meals, is renewing its commitment to promoting a strong connection with the Piedmont region and is participating in the 6th edition of "Open Factories Piedmont." 150 companies and over 16,000 jobs. read more

Post-ripening fruit thinning is a labor-intensive process, with the most challenging orchards requiring up to 200 hours of labor per hectare. In addition, chemical thinning involves substantial costs for purchasing products and leads to a greater environmental impact during harvest. read more

Ceny soku pomarańczowego w Wielkiej Brytanii podwoiły się w ciągu ostatnich pięciu lat, wzrastając z 0,76 funta brytyjskiego (0,93 USD) za litr w 2020 roku do 1,79 funta brytyjskiego (2,18 USD) w 2025 roku, co stanowi wzrost o 134%. W samym minionym roku ceny wzrosły o 29%, z podobnymi wzrostami widocznymi w restauracjach i kawiarniach. Ten wzrost odzwierciedla... read more

Over 50 environmental leaders from Colombian flower companies gathered for the first Environmental Leaders Meeting of the Floriculture Sector, organized by Asocolflores — the Association of Colombian Flower Exporters — to share sustainable best practices and enhance collaboration. read more

The first Chilean cherries of the 2025-2026 season have arrived in China and are being sold directly on TikTok for about $150 for 2.5 kg, equivalent to just over 50 euros per kilogram, as reported in an exclusive interview by the Portalfruticol website (click here). read more

Some companies set themselves apart from large-scale vegetable farming by specializing in niche crops such as green and white asparagus. They can take it a step further by incorporating organic and biodynamic practices, which can be more difficult due to pests and climate change. "We prioritize the cultivation of these unique crops, offering high-quality and sustainably grown products." read more

Zespri has won a legal case in China defending the intellectual property rights of New Zealand kiwifruit growers. The Wuhan Intermediate People's Court ruled in favor of Zespri in a plant variety rights (PVR) infringement case filed in 2023 against two defendants involved in the unauthorized. read more

At this year's Fruit Attraction in Madrid, Breedx aimed to attract the interest of international stakeholders with its latest seedless sweet pepper and specialty taste tomato varieties. The company's participation in the InnovaTech area showcased its cutting-edge breeding techniques, while also providing a glimpse into... read more

A simple visit to the supermarket turned into a memorable event for customers at an Aldi in Nottingham, thanks to an unexpected performance by Lewis Capaldi. The renowned Scottish singer-songwriter chose the roof of the store as an impromptu stage, delighting shoppers. read more

Przemysł borówkowy w Maroku nadal zyskuje międzynarodowe znaczenie, napędzany przez wczesną sezonową produkcję, rosnącą ilość eksportu i adaptację do zrównoważonych praktyk rolniczych. W odpowiedzi na zmieniające się warunki rynkowe i coraz bardziej wymagające warunki klimatyczne, sektor borówkowy w Maroku znajduje się w fazie intensywnej transformacji. read more

Stuart Butcher, the marketing director of Tomahawk, believes that this year's litchi crop won't be as bumper as usual, but it will still be more normal compared to last year. He mentioned that last year's crop was quite poor, only reaching 15 to 20% of a typical yield. This year's crop is expected to be significantly better. Even our competitors in the market, such as Madagascar and Mauritius, are also expecting a better season. read more

On October 26th, the 39th edition of the Venice Marathon is approaching and Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, is ready to support the event as an Official Supplier with the goodness and natural energy of its products. read more

Fepex, which represents the almond sector, has praised the German retail group Edeka for its decision to sell Iberian almonds instead of Californian ones. This initiative is aimed at meeting consumer demand for shorter transport distances and greater sustainability, which in turn will enhance the value of European almonds. read more