Kanzirafforza is positioning itself towards the young audience with a new event. From March 9th to 14th, variety will be the protagonist in the spaces of the University of Bologna with an initiative aimed at bringing taste and energy into the daily lives of students, transforming some. read more

The global market for mangoes and avocados exceeds 80 billion dollars and continues to grow driven by new consumption patterns and increasingly international commercial dynamics. To intercept this trend, Macfrut 2026 will take place from April 21st to 23rd at the Rimini Expo Centre, dedicating itself to these two fruits. read more

In a single solution, everything you need to prepare a rich and balanced salad. Spreafico Francesco & F.lli, and Madi Ventura, a company with 90 years of experience in the world of dried fruits, announce the new collaboration "Double the Taste," a co-marketing project. read more

With a structural restyling, OrtoRomirilancia relaunches the Lunch Break line, offering fresh salads prepared with top quality vegetables sourced from a short and controlled supply chain, provided by the 50 member agricultural companies of the agricultural cooperative. read more

As part of the Carrefour 2030 strategic plan, the French retailer officially announces a partnership with the Blachère Group, a family-owned company specialized in fresh produce and bakery products, founded in 1985 in the heart of Provence. The group will manage 200 fruit and vegetable departments. read more

The prices of strawberries are definitely dropping, especially for the Sabrosa variety branded Candonga, with improving quality. Prices are also falling for asparagus, with the first arrivals from Sardinia, Puglia, and the white variety from Veneto. Eggplant productions are on the rise. read more

Exports continue to represent a fundamental lever of growth for Italian fruit and vegetable companies (+7.8% in volumes, +13.2% in values in 2025), but they are now operating in an increasingly complex and unstable scenario. Geopolitical tensions, starting from the crisis in the Channel of... read more

The Alegra Group has chosen the Fruit Logistica stage in Berlin to present the achieved milestones and outline future development directions. Having closed a solid 2025 with a total turnover of 317.96 million euros, the Group is now preparing for 2026. read more

Apple and fashion, an unthinkable combination until a few years ago. Today, however, several brands are joining the Milan Fashion Week as a strategic positioning event, turning a daily product into a lifestyle icon. Melinda Dolcevita lights up the experience with the Melinda Collection Space. read more

Approximately 1.8 million units of soups and broths were sold in the first four months of 2025, with a significant growth for winter vegetables, including a +6% for pumpkins and a +10% for turnip greens (2025 vs 2024), increasingly purchased out of season. read more

The value and impact of organic products are growing at Apofruit. In 2025, the group has marketed 56,500 tons of organic products, generating a total turnover of 141 million euros, an increase of 8% compared to the approximately 130 million in 2024. These numbers strengthen the company's positioning. read more

More than one in five children in Italy do not eat fruits and vegetables daily. This is according to the Okkio alla Salute survey (2023), which paints a worrying picture: almost 26% of young children are far from meeting basic nutritional recommendations, while the phenomenon of excess is also prevalent. read more

The fruit and vegetable department of Conad Nord Ovest (which operates in Piedmont, Valle d'Aosta, Liguria, Emilia, Tuscany, Lazio, and Sardinia) represents one of the strategic pillars of the cooperative, with a strong focus on local sourcing, freshness, and sustainability. The importance of organic products is also emphasized. read more

The difficulty in finding high-quality products, perceived high prices, and concerns about the presence of pesticides are the main barriers that still hinder a greater consumption of fruit in Italy. This is what emerges from a survey promoted. read more

Conad Nord Ovest's fruit and vegetable department (which operates in Piemonte, Valle d'Aosta, Liguria, Emilia, Toscana, Lazio, and Sardegna) represents one of the strategic pillars of the cooperative, with a strong focus on local sourcing, freshness, and sustainability. read more

The bad weather of the past few weeks is significantly impacting the performance of the fruit and vegetable markets, affecting both the available quantities and prices. From the perspective of agricultural campaigns, there is an early closure of Sicilian Tarocco oranges, heavily... read more

The new health trends demand a product that is always fresh, ensuring the preservation of taste and nutritional qualities. Following this trend benefits the point of sale, as it expands consumption and attracts new customers. This is demonstrated by the fresh squeezed juice project. read more

The fruit and vegetable supply chain meets the world of sports at one of the most important running events on the national scene. Dole Italia will indeed be a sponsor of the Termal Bologna Marathon 2026, scheduled for Sunday, March 1st, which is already sold out, confirming its strong appeal. read more

The premium envy apple strengthens its lifestyle positioning and returns to the spotlight at Milan Fashion Week. On February 27th, during Marco Rambaldi's fashion show, a capsule collection inspired by the sensory universe of the brand will be presented on the runway, marking a read more

Diverse representatives from the modern distribution sector will participate in Macfrut this year, signaling a growing interest of retailers in fresh fruits and vegetables and direct relationships with the supply chain. Among them, for the first time, even the VéGé Group will be present. Fruits and vegetables account for 65% of... read more