Within the basket of excellences that make up the Great Italian Beauty, a rapidly growing category like that of berries could not be missing. From Piedmont, in fact, the network promotes and markets high-quality blueberries and raspberries through its affiliate Joinfruit. read more

The asparagus market is a highly seasonal category that requires special attention during peak sales periods. Between April and May, up to 65% of the volumes sold are concentrated. In recent years, however, signs of difficulty have been evident. read more

The 2025 strawberry season of Coop Sole ended with a more than positive balance, confirming the excellent health of the Campania cooperative, the leading national producer in the strawberry sector. "It has been a great year," says Pietro Ciardiello, director of the. read more

It is known that a sudden and anomalous frost, occurred in the spring of 2025, severely hit the Turkish agricultural sector, causing significant damage to citrus, fruit, and nut crops in various areas of the country. To address the emergency, the Turkish government allocated read more

Ninety-five percent of Italians consume small fruits, such as strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and currants, often or sometimes. The percentage rises to 96.9% in the 55-64 age group, driven by a greater prevalence of the response "Yes, sometimes." In contrast, Gen Z and Millennials declare a... read more

The International Congress of Pears Interpera 2025 will take place on June 25 and 26 in Hasselt, Belgium. The Corda Campus in Hasselt, Belgium will host the latest edition of the International Pear Congress - Interpera, a crucial event for professionals in the industry. Organized read more

In a market for apples that is becoming increasingly crowded with new varieties vying for shelf space through innovation and marketing, there is one protagonist that has been holding its ground for over two centuries. It is the Renetta del Canada by Melinda, an apple that, despite its long history, continues to read more

Sexual confusion has been confirmed as one of the most effective and sustainable techniques for controlling harmful insects such as the grapevine moth (Lobesia botrana), responsible for serious production losses and the triggering of secondary diseases like rot. The underlying principle is... read more

The rise of the blueberry shows no signs of stopping. According to some analysts, in order to keep up with the growth of global demand, worldwide production will need to double (Click here to learn more). This trend is also reflected in Italy, where - albeit at a different pace. read more

As previously announced, on May 23rd, at the Municipal Theater of Licata, the conference "Cantaloupe Melon of Licata: reality and development prospects" was held, during which the Promoting Committee for obtaining the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) was officially established. read more

Organic products represent a well-established category within the fruit and vegetable department of large-scale retail trade. However, for several years now, sales have been stagnant, with a market share that struggles to exceed 2-3% of total fruit and vegetable sales. There are multiple causes for this, starting with the fact that over time, there read more

Agrintesa is getting into the heart of the 2025 fruit and vegetable campaign, with the activation of collection centers and social wineries located in Emilia-Romagna, Veneto, Lazio, and Calabria. As reported by inpiazzanews.it, the harvest has started with cherries and apricots: the former are appearing read more

It seemed to be one of the most promising entrepreneurial ventures in the field of online shopping, with all the potential to become a key player in the fruit and vegetable sector as well, thanks to a proposal focused on fresh products and fast deliveries. Tulips, a startup founded by read more

In Italy, over the last five years, domestic purchases of peaches and nectarines have increased by approximately 7 percentage points despite an average price increase of 20%, which has even exceeded 40% in discount stores. If we extend our view to the last nine years, the picture is still... read more

Italians and snacks, an increasingly consolidated love that withstands the test of time and evolves towards healthy and natural choices, with fruit ranking at the top of preferences. Leading this transformation are simple and nutritious snacks, easy to carry and perfect for any time of the day. read more

With the conclusion of the production season of the Sila Potato PGI, one of the most representative supply chains of the Calabrian vegetable sector, it's time to take stock. Albino Carli, director of the Producer Consortium, paints a clear and positive picture of the just-concluded campaign. read more

British consumers can now rely on greater flexibility in storing fruit at home. Indeed, Tesco has introduced "ripen at home" bananas, characterized by a less advanced ripening stage at the time of purchase, as reported by freshfruitportal.com. read more

The Shopping Bag, the weekly information service created by BMTI and Italmercati, in collaboration with Non-Profit Consumerism, also this week recommends the best seasonal products to buy. The fruit market is presented, this week, with a demand. read more

The Rivoira Group did it again. After the success of Sweet Saretta® - the "alveolar" cherries launched last year - the Piedmontese company is back to amaze with a new innovation, destined to make a mark in the Italian cherry sector: introducing Tip Top, the cherry. read more

Relief for those trading in fruit and vegetable products with the United Kingdom. Following pressure from Fruitimprese and other international trade actors, on June 2nd the British government postponed phytosanitary checks in the country, announcing the creation of a read more