The increase in pear drop, or premature fruit drop, and the Asian stink bug, which has not been eradicated and is damaging especially organic pear orchards, are causing concern among fruit producers in Cia-Agricoltori Italiani Ferrara. read more

Cherries are one of the iconic fruits of late spring, with peak sales typically occurring in May and June, coinciding with the peak season of Italian produce. Their short season, along with a distinctive sweetness and aroma, make this product unique. read more

With the arrival of the beautiful season, grilled vegetables emerge as undisputed protagonists among ready-made vegetable dishes, taking over from typically wintery references such as soups or broth mixes. It is a segment experiencing constant growth, especially. read more

Last Friday there was a big celebration in Aprilia for the 65th anniversary of Apofruit Italia. The Romagna-based cooperative, which has been active since 2003 also in the Lazio region - it was in fact in that year that the historic cooperative Vael joined the Group, with its own processing plant. read more

Developing apple cultivation in the Val Venosta through a synergy with tourism, the most important resource of South Tyrol, transmitting in an innovative way the culture of apples, a knowledge, almost an art, deeply rooted in the territory and in the 1,500 farmers associated with VIP. read more

Also this week, La Borsa della Spesa, the weekly informational service created by BMTI and Italmercati in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, highlights the most convenient and high-quality seasonal products, ideal for enjoying the summer heat with taste and savings. read more

During the recent IFN live broadcast dedicated to peaches and nectarines (click here to watch it), the current campaign was discussed. After a slow start, the season is finally picking up pace (click here for more information). A significant part of the broadcast was dedicated to this topic. read more

Solinda, the seedless mini watermelon loved by both adults and children, distributed by Peviani S.p.A, is ready to make a comeback as the star of the new 2025 campaign. The campaign aims to strengthen the brand's recognition and to promote a supply chain that is committed to sustainability and agricultural innovation. read more

In Italy, sweet corn is experiencing a phase of renewed interest, thanks to the push of genetic innovation and the growing appreciation from both the supply chain and consumers. Syngenta Vegetable Seeds, a leader in the seed sector, is at the forefront of this change, investing... read more

The O.P. Joinfruit of Verzuolo (CN) announces a new milestone in its growth and strengthening path: the Valdostan cooperative Cofruits has joined the Piedmontese organization, with the goal of consolidating a path of aggregation that creates value. read more

The market for lemons in the area of Catania and neighboring municipalities had fallen under the control of a mafia organization, capable of heavily influencing every stage of the supply chain: from production to transportation, all the way to commercialization. This was revealed by the operation "Lumia". read more

In the first quarter of the year, the retail sector of fruit and vegetable products in Spain has had a positive start: 84% of companies have seen an increase in the value of their sales. However, despite this initial momentum, less than half of the companies read more

Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, is among the winners of the CPO Awards 2025, winning with the "Plátano de Canarias IGP", the first organically grown banana produced in the Canary Islands and launched in the Italian market. read more

High temperatures continue to support the demand for summer fruits at the Ortomercato in Bergamo, with differentiated performances among the different categories. Providing an update is Andrea Chiodi, market director: "Watermelons are undoubtedly the current reference point. Prices are" read more

Bright red heart pulp, excellent firmness, and a sweet tropical note that surprises: Exotic Red is the red kiwi signed by Jingold, now available in supermarkets even during the summer months thanks to production in the southern hemisphere. It is an exclusive variety of which the company read more

In week 24, the trends for Lcc fruit and vegetables are positive, showing signs of improvement compared to previous weeks, despite the increase in the average price mix. Among the sales channels, supermarkets and self-service stand out, while hypermarkets and discount stores... read more

In recent years, Egypt has transitioned from being a marginal player to an emerging competitor in the global blueberry market, attracting the attention of more and more European and American companies, as reported by east-fruit.com. Some Spanish and Dutch companies have already initiated projects in the sector. read more

The latest productive seasons have sent a clear message: we will have to get used to living with increasingly hot and dry summers. In this new climate scenario, the challenge for fruit and vegetable producers is to protect crops from abiotic stresses, particularly from thermal ones. read more

The apricot market is under pressure due to an excess of supply caused by the simultaneous presence of products from all Italian growing areas; a situation that, as often happens, is creating some confusion in pricing and commercial dynamics. read more

How are online sales in the food sector, particularly in fruits and vegetables, evolving? The question arises naturally when observing some conflicting signals that, in recent months, are reshaping the landscape of this market. read more