The peach and nectarine campaign is starting, initially with Spanish production. Also starting is the production of red spring onions from Calabria. Low temperatures are slowing down the growth in demand for melons. The production of strawberries from Basilicata is about to end, and the first ones are on their way. read more

Thirty or so members scattered between Puglia, Calabria, and especially Basilicata (the core of the production territories), with a few members in Abruzzo for the commercialization of fennel, the flagship product. From advertising on Rai to presence at Fruit Logistica, Primo Sole is... read more

Spotlight on the Alegra Group (Alegra, Brio, and Valfrutta Fresco) which will present at Macfrut (Hall D3, booth 115) the products of the upcoming summer campaign and a series of innovative proposals, from the first range to high-service content solutions. Nectarines and cherries in the foreground. read more

Cpr System, which will be present at Macfrut (Hall D3, Stand 033), announces the completion of the project to replace 16 million fruit and vegetable crates with Redea. The Tracing project is currently being implemented, with a first test to be activated at the Gallo washing center in Ferrara. read more

Cpr System, which will be present at Macfrut (Hall D3, Booth 033), announces the completion of the project to replace 16 million fruit and vegetable crates with Redea. The Tracing project is currently being implemented, with the first test set to be activated at the Gallo washing center in Ferrara. read more

La Linea Verde innovates the fresh produce department with the Wrap Kit DimmidiSì, a new product in large-scale retail, which aims to create a new merchandise category. It responds to the new consumption trends that favor convenience foods like wraps, tortillas, and rolls with different flavors. read more

La Linea Verde innovates the fruit and vegetable counter with the Wrap Kit DimmidiSì, a new product in large-scale distribution, which aims to create a new merchandise category. It responds to the new consumption trends that favor convenience food with wraps, tortillas, and rolls of different flavors. read more

The value of the spice market in Italy has reached 180 million euros, with a 1.9% increase in sales by volume (packaging). Cannamela (a brand of Gruppo Montenegro) is launching five new references at the Spices & Herbs Global Expo at Macfrut. Research shows that those under 34 are the most attracted. read more

The value of the spice market in Italy has reached 180 million euros, with a 1.9% increase in sales by volume (packaging). Cannamela (a brand of Gruppo Montenegro) is launching five new references at the Spices & Herbs Global Expo at Macfrut. Research shows that those under 34 are the most attracted. read more

Strong price surge in asparagus, whose season is starting earlier than usual. Last moments also for strawberries from Lucania, while those from the North are on their way. Demand for melons is still low, with volumes increasing from Sicily. The May Day holiday is boosting read more

Strong price surge for asparagus, whose season is starting earlier than usual. Last moments for Lucanian strawberries, while those from the North are on their way. Demand for melons is still low, with volumes increasing from Sicily. The May Day holiday is boosting demand. read more

Apulia Distribuzione (recently entered into VéGé) has opened the first two independent Rossotono retail outlets, as reported on Gdoweek. Both stores are located in the province of Bari, in Bitritto and Mola di Bari, and represent the latest step in a process of maturation. read more

Apulia Distribuzione (recently entered into VéGé) has opened the first two independent Rossotono retail outlets, as reported on Gdoweek. Both stores are located in the province of Bari, in Bitritto and Mola di Bari, and represent the final step in a maturation process. read more

The Great Italian Beauty participates in Macfrut (hall B2, stand 01) as a protagonist, promoting three important events on relevant topics in the fruit and vegetable world: the value of community, territories, and change. Cristina Lazzati gives voice to women in retail and. read more

The Great Italian Beauty takes part in Macfrut (Hall B2, stand 01) as the main protagonist, promoting three important events on key topics in the fruit and vegetable world: the value of community, territories, and change. Cristina Lazzati gives voice to women in retail and in the sector. read more

Orogel is the leading producer for the Italian retail market with a 67% market share under the company brand and co-packer activity for various retailers' private labels. This information is communicated by the company, which has been active for over 50 years in the production and marketing of frozen vegetables, fresh fruit, and... read more

A fair within the fair. The main international experts in medicinal plants will meet at Macfrut on Thursday, May 9, for the Fippo Forum (Italian Federation of Medicinal Plant Producers), as part of the Spices & Herbs Global Expo, the trade show dedicated to spices, medicinal herbs, and. read more

Almost one in four young people (22%) between the ages of 14 and 26 do not eat fruits and vegetables or do so rarely, highlighting the need to invest in nutritional education in order to promote consumption. This is one of the key points highlighted in Marco Salvi's report for the 75th anniversary of Fruitimprese. read more

The Golden Dop apple from Melinda is the protagonist of the Golden Hour contest, active until mid-July, which combines photography, agriculture, and tourism. In-store initiatives, playing with photography. read more

The sudden cold wave has caused a slowdown in production: this is the case for cucumbers, asparagus, and strawberries, with the latter's campaign in Basilicata coming to an end. The season is also coming to a close for broad beans, although demand for them is expected to increase. read more