The Val Venosta is known worldwide as the land of apples, thanks to a rooted production tradition and ideal pedoclimatic conditions. But the apple is not the only fruit that grows abundantly in these valleys. In fact, there is another corner of horticultural excellence, less known. read more

Throughout June and up to the recently concluded 27th week, the national average temperatures have been higher than those of the same period last year. However, the forecasts for the current week (week 28) indicate a drop of 4-5 degrees compared to the previous days. read more

Italy divided in two with hailstorms hitting the fields in the North and Central Italy, affecting the vineyards of Chianti and Vernaccia di San Gimignano, while in the South farmers are forced to abandon tomato fields due to lack of water for irrigation. read more

You say Melinda and immediately think of apples. But at this time of year, cherries are taking the stage. And the numbers speak for themselves: the Val di Non Consortium estimates a production of about 2,500 tons for the 2025 campaign, which rises to 2,900 tons if you consider read more

Regarding some recent news that appeared in newspapers about a dispute involving the US company Del Monte Foods Inc., Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. (NYSE: FDP) wishes to clarify the situation with an official statement. read more

The week starts again with "La Borsa della Spesa", the weekly informational service created by BMTI and Italmercati, in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, which highlights the most cost-effective seasonal products, ideal for saving money during the high summer temperatures. read more

The celebrations for the 65th anniversary of Apofruit Italia continue, as the company has chosen to celebrate this important milestone together with its social base. Significant events are being held, such as the one that took place last Friday at the Altedo plant in the province of Bologna. read more

Since July 2nd, the United Kingdom has started to remove border controls for fruit and vegetable products coming from the European Union. The news, reported by valenciafruits.com, marks a step forward in simplifying trade between London and Brussels. read more

Frullàporta brings a gust of innovation to the shelf with the launch of exclusive trays of 3 fruit mixes, an absolute novelty on the national market. A complete line designed to conquer every palate, a wide variety to offer taste and freshness at any time of the day: read more

The Ondine® season has officially begun, the premium quality flat nectarine that promises to become the true star of the summer. It is the result of an international project promoted by Frutaria, ASF Edition shared by a selected network of top players in the industry. read more

In recent years, potato cultivation in the Emilia-Romagna region has been severely affected by an increase in damage caused by elaterids, soil-dwelling insects also known as "click beetles", whose spread has been favored by the effects of climate change. High temperatures. read more

A fertile, healthy, and balanced soil is the first ally in cultivating leafy vegetables destined for the IV Range. To achieve these optimal conditions, an effective solution comes from a product with over a century of history, which is proving to be more relevant today than ever: the read more

In Spain, just like in Italy, the 2025 stone fruit campaign is in full swing and, as often happens, the reality in the field forces a reassessment of the initial forecasts. The latest update provided by the Cooperativas Agroalimentarias de España has revised downward the estimates published by... read more

In week 25, Lcc fruit and vegetable sales remain stable in value but experience a decrease in volume, primarily due to negative performance in supermarkets and discount stores. June continues to be a favorable month for watermelons, as this category is highly influenced by weather conditions. read more

The alarm was triggered over a decade ago, when in 2014 the small hive beetle (Aethina tumida), native to sub-Saharan Africa, made its first appearance in Europe, in the plain of Gioia Tauro. Since then, this parasite has represented a read more

For the first time in 12 years, it will be possible to start distributing fruits and vegetables in schools starting from the month of October. This will allow to enhance the different varieties of horticultural products, respecting their seasonality, and ensure effective planning. read more

Just a few more days and on Sunday, July 6th, the 38th edition of the Maratona dles Dolomites will take place, the well-known road bike competition that winds along the epic mountain passes of the Dolomites: Campolongo, Pordoi, Sella, Gardena, Giau, Falzarego, and Valparola. Dole Italia, a leader in... read more

The heat that has characterized the month of June and these first days of July is giving a decisive boost to the summer fruit market. This is confirmed by Marco Marcatili, president of CAAB in Bologna, who speaks of a now consolidated positive trend: "This week confirms what read more

Ensuring the survival of the tomato in Spain. This week, representatives of FEPEX, the Integrated Association COEXPHAL, and the European Fruit and Vegetable Association, EUCOFEL, met with Members of the European Parliament from various political groups to discuss this issue. read more

The rows of ripe melons ready to be harvested and sold have been scorched by the sun. The intense heatwave of these days, with temperatures consistently above 35 degrees Celsius for many hours of the day, has burned hundreds of kilograms of melons in the Maremma countryside. read more