The organic apple season of VIP Association of Fruit and Vegetable Cooperatives of Val Venosta concludes with a positive outcome. The last batches of the harvest were shipped in mid-August from the packaging center in Castelbello. read more

Irpina's hazelnut farming is experiencing one of the most difficult years ever. Early shedding, worsened by climate changes, parasites, and nutritional imbalances, has drastically reduced production: in Avellino, it will not exceed 4,000 tons, with an average decrease of 50% and peaks up to read more

Important volumes characterize the 2025 table grape campaign of O.P. Agritalia, a producers' organization based in Puglia and Sicily, known for the values it expresses - agricultural tradition, innovation, and social responsibility - and for its established partnership. read more

"On the steep terraces of the Amalfi Coast, centuries-old agricultural communities have created a unique landscape, made up of lemon groves, olive groves, and vineyards overlooking the sea. It is here that the Sfusato Amalfitano is cultivated, the symbol of our heroic agriculture." read more

The vegetable sector of Almería raises the alarm: producers are facing an increasingly unsustainable paradox, as reported on Revistamercados.com. Despite pepper and tomato seeds reaching record prices - from 0.40 to 0.50 euros per seed - read more

The peach and nectarine campaign in Romagna is approaching its conclusion and among the producers there is a moderate satisfaction prevailing. This is confirmed by Stefano Zavoli, a farmer from Poggio Torriana (RN) and member of the Agribologna Consortium: "Up until last week, the commercial performance was..." read more

We have now reached the end of the summer fruit season and it is possible to begin to draw a first balance: generally very satisfactory prices, but volumes that have not always met expectations. read more

There are questions that may seem trivial, but in reality, they open up worlds. In Sicily, a land rich in surprises and fruits to discover, every detail has a story to tell. It is right behind the Barbera fruits, cultivated in specific production areas, that ancient knowledge is concealed, born. read more

The Region continues to invest in high-quality fruit growing, allocating nearly 730 thousand euros to support the promotion and valorization of one of its most famous and appreciated excellences: the PDO Emilia-Romagna pear. The funds will be granted through the new call for proposals. read more

Summer is not over yet, but the signs are already clear: in the Mediterranean, the next citrus harvest will be less abundant than the previous one. read more

An innovation born in medicine labs could soon revolutionize the protection of fruit and vegetable crops as well. CDotBio, a spin-out of the University of Bristol, has developed next-generation biopesticides based on RNA delivered by carbon nanodots, tiny particles. read more

The paper bands that wrap around particularly moisture-exposed fruits and vegetables, such as bunches of celery, chard, and spring onions, have a critical issue in their application. The paper used to bind the product, when exposed to moisture, may read more

This year, seeing fields full of unsold watermelons was a real drama for the companies in the CoAPI Calabria. Consumption dropped by 60-70%, leaving a large part of the harvest to rot under the scorching sun. For many farmers, it breaks their heart to see what nature and read more

Zucchini is among the most consumed vegetables in Italy, right after tomatoes and potatoes. Its versatility in the kitchen and constant availability throughout the year have made it an essential ingredient for many families in the Bel Paese. read more

The Carmagnola Pepper returns as the protagonist with a rich edition of events, flavors, and entertainment. The 76th edition of the National Pepper Fair, scheduled from August 29 to September 7, 2025, promises an unforgettable experience full of novelties for both adults and children, featuring read more

The green kiwifruit has become the first fresh fruit ever to receive a health claim authorized by the European Commission, marking a breakthrough for Zespri, a New Zealand company that is a global leader in kiwifruit production and marketing, and for the entire fruit industry. read more

The exports of table grapes from Peru for the 2025-2026 season are expected to increase. According to initial estimates from Agraria, reported by fruitbook.com, the total volume is projected to reach 706,211 tonnes, representing a 4% increase compared to the 679,699 tonnes shipped the previous year. read more

In Padua and Veneto, the fruit processing and marketing cooperatives, which were once a fundamental support for producers, have almost completely disappeared. The failure of Opo Veneto (Veneto Fruit and Vegetable Producers Organization) in 2023, as documented by... read more

The Turkish hazelnut market continues to be characterized by significant volatility. After a partial decline in prices from the highs reached at the beginning of May, renewed uncertainties about the supply for the 25/26 season have led to new increases in the market. read more

The 2025 apple harvesting season is in full swing with the Gala apple variety, which traditionally kicks off the season. In South Tyrol, work is progressing rapidly in the mountain areas, with decidedly positive outlook. read more