A regional network capable of recovering fresh food surpluses and redistributing them to those in need. It's called Solidarity Logistics Emilia Romagna Markets and is a project that started in Parma and has involved other members of the fruit and vegetable markets business network. read more

On June 3rd, the collection of one of the excellences of the Venosta territory started, the Val Venosta mountain cauliflower, a brand that includes a range of seasonal fruits beyond apples: strawberries, cherries, apricots, and red fruits. The estimated production for the 2025 season is around 3000. read more

Woland is a new automated ventilation system for fruit and vegetable orders developed by AF Robotics, the industrial automation division of the AF Ferrari Group. Woland has been designed to meet the needs of distribution centers. The core of the solution is a read more

Very good quality and consistent demand characterize the melon campaign, which is progressing smoothly: a slowdown this week for watermelon, due to bad weather. With Portici and Faralia, different varieties of apricots are coming to the market. The commercialization of peaches and nectarines continues. read more

The historic cash and carry Centro Cash (Abbi-Crai Group) in Oristano, as already reported on Gdoweek, reopens after renovation works that have expanded the sales area from 2,800 to the current 4,000 square meters. It is a historic retail store located in Oristano on via. read more

Frullà, a synonym for smoothies and natural fruit pulps without added sugars or preservatives, introduces exclusive blends of 3 fruits in a tray to shelf, an absolute novelty in the national market. read more

Chiquita, a global company operating in the field of bananas, employing approximately 20,000 people in 25 countries, with distribution reaching about 70 markets, signs a product placement deal within the new summer music video by Riki, Cha Cha Twist!. The Chiquita music video... read more

Simone Zerbinati has been elected as the president of the Fresh-cut and Fresh produce Product Group of the Italian Food Union. He succeeds Andrea Battagliola. read more

Climate change is also affecting strawberries grown between the Val Venosta and the Val Martello, in the heart of the Stelvio National Park. The 2024 season is marked by an early harvest, starting in mid-June, with estimated volumes ranging between 400 and 450. read more

The season of Ondine has begun, the premium flat nectarine. 2025 marks the launch of the new campaign Snack the Summer, which aims to win over consumers through a pop image: the visual resembles a cone shape and the communication has a light tone. read more

In 2024, Apofruit Italy is experiencing a clear recovery, especially in terms of member contributions, following a difficult 2023 marked by extraordinary weather events. read more

The plant-based offer continues to focus on enhanced taste experiences. Findus is moving in this direction with the introduction of the new recipe for the vegetable burger from the Green Cuisine range, Findus' plant-based dish line. The new product stands out for its succulence and intensity. read more

Fercam, a logistics operator based in Bolzano, with a turnover of 706 million euros and presence in 21 countries with owned branches, recently handled the air shipment of apple tree plants from a nursery in South Tyrol to India, a strategically expanding market. read more

In 2024, the situation of the main European fruit and vegetable producers' organization, SystemApo Conerpouna, returns to a more normal level of production: the balance sheet approved unanimously by the members' assembly shows a 34% increase in deliveries, resulting in a higher turnover. read more

The Parity Commission of the Potato Exchange in Bologna has set the minimum reference price for the marketing of top-quality potatoes to be introduced to the market for the upcoming marketing campaign. After a careful and detailed analysis of the situation. read more

Alce Nero offers a range of products that provide nourishment at every stage of life. The line of fruit purees baby food is designed to offer children from 6 months and up - always following the advice of the pediatrician - a complete range to satisfy all tastes. The products are read more

The watermelon and melon campaigns are progressing well, with ample availability. Apricots continue to be marketed, with the first arrivals for the late variety Faralia. Prices remain high for medium and large sizes of peaches and nectarines. Full production for read more

Pink Lady has implemented a targeted strategy to support the consumption of the famous heart-shaped sticker apples in modern distribution points during the spring and summer seasons. The goal is to create a continuous relationship with the. read more

With a strong positive balance sheet, all economic indicators on the rise and numbers increasing in terms of movements, with over 175 million cash transactions in 2024, up by 3.54%, and 9.6 million pallet movements, up by 8.8%, Cpr System is focusing on digitalization and further. read more

If you want to conquer the young people, fruit and vegetable products must become trendy, speak their slang, meet their "no hassle" needs, and fit into their favorite consumption occasions, preferably in contemporary and unusual forms. Like the "liquid" aperitif created by Saf - read more