Four months before the opening of Macfrut 2026, the 43rd edition of the international fruit and vegetable fair scheduled from April 21st to 23rd in Rimini, the organizational machine is running smoothly. At the end of the year, we collected the testimony of President Patrizio Neri, in his first... read more

The enhancement of the most relevant nutrients in the horticultural species cultivated by OP Nordest members is the objective of the research project "Innovation of agricultural techniques and qualitative improvement of horticultural products of OP Nordest members", carried out with the. read more

In Ecuador, an alert has been issued for Fusarium R4T, one of the main threats to banana cultivation worldwide, in the absence of effective chemical controls and resistant commercial varieties. The pathogen was identified after the completion of laboratory analyses. read more

We had already sensed that 2025 would be a favorable year for sales and consumption in the fruit and vegetable department of the retail sector, based on the performance monitored and analyzed week after week. There has been a positive trend, despite some ups and downs. read more

VIP, the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Cooperatives of Val Venosta, enters the new year confirming itself as a "First Class Apple Partner", thanks to a wide assortment, a reliable supply chain, and an overall excellent quality that continues to distinguish the Consortium. read more

The start of the new citrus campaign in Sicily begins on a positive note for the Esperidio producers' organization, which is looking at the season with cautious optimism. As explained by the organization, the initial signs indicate normal quantities, good fruit quality, and a promising market. read more

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has published an updated analysis in December on the developments affecting the global apple trade in the 2025-2026 season. The report examines production, consumption, stocks, and trade flows. read more

In this "Holiday Special" La Borsa della Spesa, the service of BMTI and Italmercati, in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, offers a valuable guide to make the right choices to share during the holidays. At a time of year when spending usually weighs more on the read more

We are in the heart of the artichoke countryside and, as often happens, the picture that emerges is a mix of positives and negatives. On one hand, a production that, at least in Sardinia, is offering significant results in terms of quantity and quality; on the other hand, a market that struggles to keep up. read more

The increasing focus on organoleptic quality and the enhancement of early productions in the fruit and vegetable supply chain is driving producers and research centers to identify more targeted harvesting and storage strategies. This experimentation fits into this context. read more

There are thousands of creative works from all over the world that have participated in the international contest, confirming the strong global recognition of the Marlene® brand: illustrations, recipes, poems, and musical pieces inspired by the "Daughter of the Alps" and the values that the brand embodies. read more

The Rome Agri-Food Center is getting ready for the Christmas holidays with a particularly dynamic market and a wide range of high-quality products. This is what emerges from the price monitoring carried out by the CAR Observatory, which highlights how the approach of Christmas is driving the demand. read more

Thanks to the usual in-depth analysis of IFN-Italiafruit News, carried out in collaboration with the permanent Observatory YouGov Shopper, today we address the topic of pumpkins, a unique category in the fruits and vegetables department. Characterized by a marked seasonality, concentrated in the period... read more

From monochrome, we have moved to a true varietal rainbow, with significant implications for the entire supply chain: from production to post-harvest, from marketing to packaging, all the way to the creation of new consumer segments. read more

Positive prospects for the export of Italian apples and kiwis to Vietnam following the results of the visit by a delegation of Vietnamese inspectors, held with the coordination of CSO Italy between December 10 and 16. This is a significant step in a laborious but essential process. read more

With the start of the new citrus campaign, Sicilian Red Orange PGI is preparing to face the 2025/26 season in a context marked by climate changes, structural challenges, and, at the same time, new opportunities in the markets. Product quality, management of... read more

After the success of the last edition, Macfrut is boldly relaunching the Berry Area 2026, which will feature an expanded exhibition space, an enhanced scientific program, and an increasingly international scope. The initiative reaffirms itself as a reference point for the entire supply chain. read more

From February 4th to 6th, 2026, Berlin will once again be at the center of attention for the fruit and vegetable sector, as the global fruit trade gathers at Fruit Logistica, the world's leading trade fair for the fruit and vegetable industry. read more

What do a kiwi, Homer Simpson, and farmer Ennio have in common? No, it's not a joke, but the first reel born from the collaboration between Solarelli (@solarelli.it) and Niccolò Califano (known for his participation in the 13th season of Masterchef). The protagonist? read more

A fresh experience directly in the store: this is the new project launched by Gruppo Arena, a Gdo leader in Sicily with over 190 retail outlets under the Decò and Superconveniente brands, and Oranfresh Italia, specialist in professional juicers and automatic vending machines. read more