October is a sowing month for the producers of the White Onion from Margherita Igp. However, it is unfortunate that, during these days of work for what will be the future harvest, episodes of seed theft and damage are multiplying in the fields. read more

The Sicilian pepper is getting ready to make a comeback with the start of the Lamuyo 2026 campaign. In this scenario, Rijk Zwaan Italia, a branch of the Dutch company specializing in vegetable breeding, renews its commitment to providing innovative and sustainable genetic solutions. read more

Annaturaha enthusiastically participated in the 2025 edition of Fruit Attraction, one of the most important international events dedicated to the fruit and vegetable sector, which took place as usual in Madrid. For the company, this was the second participation, following the experience. read more

Once again in red is the Italian fruit and vegetable trade balance: in the first seven months of the year, the balance between exports and imports is negative, with a loss of 17 million euros, despite the recovery observed in June. read more

Italians are reconsidering their diet in terms of health and are starting to fill their shopping carts with fruits and vegetables again. After years of declining consumption, fruits and vegetables are regaining space in daily expenses, supported by a growing need for trust in brands that can guarantee quality. read more

In week 40, sales volume of fruit and vegetables by imposed weight remain declining, but the negative trend is slowing down compared to previous weeks, while the average mix price remains nearly stable. Among physical channels, only supermarkets show a slight growth. read more

Sales of the Dried Fruits and Vegetables category continue to grow year after year in the large-scale retail sector. Even in the first nine months of 2025, hypermarkets and supermarkets in Italy are recording very positive trends. read more

The fig harvesting season is coming to an end in Basilicata, in a year marked by ups and downs for the Ancona OP of Metaponto (MT). As Antonio Vito Ancona, a partner producer, describes, "the harvest, which began at the end of July-early August, is now coming to a close with a slight advance. read more

A decisive step towards the agriculture of the future. Bayer Crop Science inaugurated yesterday, at the Research Center in Borgo Sabotino (Latina), the new state-of-the-art greenhouses dedicated to research and development of vegetable varieties. A strategic investment that strengthens the role of. read more

The season of green kiwi - or better of the Hayward variety, still today the undisputed protagonist of the sector - is ready to start in the Romagna areas. This is confirmed by Cristian Tozzi, agricultural entrepreneur and commercial manager of Tozzi Frutta in Forlì. read more

Mutti, a Parma-based company and a leader in the European market for tomato derivatives, concludes a particularly successful tomato campaign. read more

Blending sports and fruit have always shared the same energy: natural, authentic, and full of vitality. A bond that has been further strengthened with Fruit Energy, the product line designed specifically for those who engage in physical activity and seek a natural, tasty source of energy. read more

The 17th edition of Fruit Attraction 2025, organized by IFEMA MADRID and FEPEX, has concluded with record-breaking results, confirming its position as one of the most important events for the global fruit and vegetable sector. read more

The technical days of the International Asparagus Days and International Berries Days in Bordeaux have successfully concluded, attracting top global experts in asparagus and berries. There were over 125 exhibitors and 1200 visitors from more than 25 countries. read more

Dole Italia, a leader in the production and marketing of high-quality fresh fruit, proudly announces its partnership with the 38th edition of the SIM Marketing Award, the most prestigious academic recognition in Italy dedicated to young marketing talents, promoted by read more

Autumn in Romagna smells like persimmons. In the countryside of Santarcangelo di Romagna (Rimini), the harvest is already in full swing: the Tipo variety is nearing its final stages, while for Rojo Brillante, the appointment is set between the end of October and the first days of November. read more

Yesterday in Rome, in the presence of Italian and New Zealand institutional representatives, including the Ambassador of New Zealand to Italy H.E. Jackie Frizelle and the Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, and Forests Francesco Lollobrigida, Zespri brought together researchers and read more

Ventura, a leading brand in the dried fruit market, confirms its commitment to supporting sports by participating as the Official Health Supplier at the upcoming edition of the Wizz Air Rome Half Marathon 2025, scheduled for October 19th in the beautiful setting of the Capital. read more

With summer now over, it's time to take stock of one of the iconic crops of the season: watermelon. Thanks to the data from the Agroter Fruit and Vegetable Monitor, we can draw a clear picture of the 2024 campaign, which has proven to be more challenging compared to last year. read more

The Plain of Catania, once the beating heart of Sicilian artichoke farming, is now a desert. In Ramacca, a symbolic territory for artichoke cultivation, the area has seen a decline from about a thousand cultivated hectares to less than forty in the past thirty years. This collapse cannot be explained solely by drought. read more