In order to reinforce the claim of this season's Val Venosta campaign, i.e. 'If it's yellow and delicious, it's Val Venosta' in relation to its most popular variety, the Golden Delicious, Vip after Andalusia reaches another of the most popular provinces for the brand: Córdoba.
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The first results are positive and encouraging, both nationally and in Trentino, from the classic biological control programme based on the use of insects to sustainably combat, by reducing the use of plant protection products, the Asian bug and Drosophila suzukii, two
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Even in Apulia, the first bunches of grapes are beginning to appear and, although it is still too early to make predictions, the sentiment among producers can be perceived. Antonio Cantatore, sales manager of Cantatore Antonio & Figlio in Ruvo di Puglia, describes the moment
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If the Asian longhorn beetle is a complex problem for the production sector, there is no magic wand that can solve it tout court. To assess the best strategies, the environmental context in different territories, the crops and varieties cultivated and the
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"Vanity, for us at Levantia Seed, represents an important bet won that never ceases to surprise us and is a point of reference for consumers". This is how Samuele Pellegrini, director of Levantia Seed, describes the pumpkin with its grey skin and intense orange heart. read more

Apofruit Italia, a cooperative of fruit and vegetable producers with more than 2,700 members that markets 100% made in Italy products worldwide, Canova S.r.l. for organic products, and Mediterraneo Group, a consortium of highly specialised companies and partners of Apofruit, are
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Learance this year had to fight first against the heat and then against bad weather, leading to a drop in production in some areas. However, Op CAI of Furci Siculo, in the province of Messina, is managing to bring to a close a season that is satisfying in terms of
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Aspiag Service, the Despar brand dealer for the Triveneto, Emilia-Romagna and Lombardy regions, continued on its growth path in 2022, recording a turnover of EUR 2.55 billion. read more

To provide consumers with quality horticultural products guaranteed by complete traceability of production, from seed to plate, guaranteeing the Italian origin of the product. These are the objectives of Road to Quality, the Assosementi project presented as a virtuous example during
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Neighbourhood formats and formats with retail are increasingly merging in the new realisations of national retailers. In fact, in large cities, such as Milan, new examples are constantly being created, and all with some interesting ideas. After all, administration is
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The 74th Fruitimprese National Assembly took place last week, during which the voting for the Board of Directors for the three-year period 2023-2025 was held. Below is the list of elected and ex officio councillors of the association representing international operators
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Parlapiano Siciliawill present at Macfrut 2023 in Rimini the excellence of the Sicilian territory of which it is a leader in marketing and, in particular, Arancia di Ribera D.O.P., the company's flagship product, Arancia Siciliana Bio, Arancia Paradiso, Pera Coscia
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The Council of Ministers approved the Competition Bill; read more

"Care for the environment and respect for people are among the main growth factors of a company". This is stressed by Spreafico Francesco e F.lli spa, an industry leader in the production and marketing of first and fourth range fruit, which has published its
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It will no longer be compulsory to use the bio shoppers (i.e. biodegradable bags) offered by supermarkets when shopping. read more

Active in horticultural breeding since its foundation in 1924, Rijk Zwaansta is launching a new small fruit programme with the aim of adding strawberry, blackberry and raspberry to its product portfolio. Construction work on a dedicated greenhouse in the plant
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Public interest and appreciation for infusions is growing in Italy. Although traditionally less popular than consumption habits, especially in northern European countries, infusion drinks are gaining increasing attention for their healthy effects and
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Assomela has officially responded to the public consultation launched by the European Commission on the proposed Regulation on Packaging and Packaging Waste (PPWR). read more

With the exit of the United Kingdom from Europe, from autumn 2024 European goods entering the country will have to have phytosanitary certification. Among the products for which the documentation will be required is, of course, fruit and vegetables; read more

There is no peace this year for Romagna's farmers. First overnight frost, then hail, and hail again. A violent thunderstorm in fact hit the Ravenna and Cesena areas on Monday, bringing another medium-sized hailstorm to orchards, vineyards and olive groves. As
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