Barbera, the Group based at the foot of Mount Etna specializing in the production and commercialization of Sicilian fruits, will be present with a stand at Fruit Logistica, from February 5th to 7th. "The fair in Berlin is an opportunity to further assert our presence in the market." read more

In Sicily, the red pepper harvest campaign of Vinicio F1 by Vilmorin-Mikado is proceeding smoothly. read more

OP Agricor confirms its commitment to sustainable production and the enhancement of high-quality citrus fruits with Tang Gold. The campaign for the late seedless mandarin has just started, and the quality parameters of this variety, which extends the commercial window, are already in place. read more

Nowadays, the agricultural entrepreneur is like the captain of a ship constantly sailing through a storm, knowing that they could face the perfect storm at any moment. read more

In the second week of the year, sales of fruits and vegetables by imposed weight show an increase, while Lcc is declining. However, the increase in the average price mix highlights a loss in volumes, still linked to a staggered calendar. Overall, though, read more

Who would have ever thought that even the sparkling rise of Chilean cherries on the Chinese market would experience some setbacks. So far, year after year, the Chilean export market had grown based on supply development, governed - in turn - by investments. read more

The election of Donald Trump as President of the United States has reignited the debate on protectionist trade policies and potential tariffs that could be imposed on European imports. This is a concern for the Italian fruit and vegetable sector and the corrugated cardboard packaging industry. read more

Fruit Attraction, an event organized by Ifema Madrid and Fepex, will celebrate its 17th edition from September 30th to October 2nd, 2025. With the slogan "Discover the essence of the sector", the leading international trade fair for the fruit and vegetable sector is now open for registrations for companies from all over the. read more

With the Shopping Bag, the weekly service provided by BMTI and Italmercati Rete di Imprese in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, it is possible to save money while grocery shopping, always choosing seasonal fresh products. The most recommended fruits and vegetables for this week are... read more

The Lobesia botrana, known as the grape berry moth, is one of the main phytosanitary problems in vineyards worldwide. This insect can cause significant damage to both the quantity and quality of grape production, negatively impacting profitability. read more

Reaching mid-January, we are getting into the heart of the kiwi campaign. To take stock of what has happened so far and future prospects, we interviewed Mauro Laghi, General Manager of Alegra (pictured above): "First of all, it must be said that the scenario..." read more

The Ragusa-based company Op Platinum is among the pioneers in the Italian agricultural landscape in the cultivation of nickel-free certified vegetables. A project that, as explained by Salvatore Astuto, the company's sales manager, represents a successful bet, the result of commitment and vision. read more

Support for organic and integrated agriculture, interventions to combat soil depletion, support for chestnut orchards, and protection of agrobiodiversity. The Emilia-Romagna Region renews its commitment to promote sustainable and high-quality agriculture. read more

The Nadorcott Protection (NCP) has recently taken new legal action in the United Kingdom against a second major retailer, accusing it of selling Tango/Tang Gold mandarins without authorization, as reported by fruitnet.com. This is not the first time that NCP has found itself in this situation. read more

HM.CLAUSE is pleased to confirm its participation in Fruit Logistica, from 5th to 7th February in Berlin. As a global leader in seed production, HM.CLAUSE will showcase a selection of its latest innovations at booth A-50 in Hall 1.2, highlighting the. read more

The conference "Supporting our orchards with innovation and automation" will be held on February 14th at Campus Unitec in Lugo (starting at 9.00 am), organized by the FRESH Foundation. This is a must-attend event for those who want to understand how technology is revolutionizing the agricultural sector. read more

From February 5th to 7th, 2025 in Berlin, the main industry operators and innovators will gather to document how digital technologies are transforming the cultivation, quality control, and distribution of fresh products. The event offers specialized visitors the opportunity to... read more

The nectarine is undoubtedly one of the most important products in the fruit and vegetable department during the summer season, but there is a theme that consistently stirs controversy among industry professionals: the inability to guarantee a distinctive quality among the different varieties throughout the entire season. read more

By mid-January, under normal conditions, the Italian pear campaign enters its second phase, marked by the increase in sales of late varieties and the gradual decline of early ones. After the production difficulties of 2023/24, this campaign, while without read more

Macfrut is the world capital of biotechnologies applied to horticulture. The fair of the international fruit and vegetable supply chain, scheduled at the Rimini Expo Centre (May 6-8, 2025), will host for the first time the International Symposium on Biotechnological Tools in Horticulture. read more