The banana is a climacteric fruit, meaning it continues to ripen even after being detached from the plant. This aspect is crucial for this category, as it allows them to be imported unripe and control the ripening process through the use of special ripening rooms. read more

Organized large-scale distribution continues to be a strategic ally for promoting Italian agri-food products in international markets. This was highlighted by Il Sole 24 Ore in an article published yesterday, written by Silvia Marzialetti, which emphasized the key role of Carrefour in this regard. read more

A new type of robot, inspired by the natural movements of arthropods, could soon become an innovative ally for farmers engaged in managing vineyards and crops such as blueberries. The idea comes from Ground Control Robotics (GCR), a young company based in Atlanta, which read more

The summer vegetable production campaign of Aop Luce is about to kick off, with a focus on a range of tomatoes. "Between late April and early May, we started the commercialization of our main area product, which is the plain of Fondi-Sperlonga. read more

The Consortium for the Protection of Sicilian Red Oranges PGI is satisfied with the news of the work carried out by a task force coordinated by the State Police, which targeted the catering points of some service areas in the Catania area and led to the seizure of oranges being sold there. read more

The appointment with La Borsa della Spesa continues, the weekly informative service created by BMTI and Italmercati, in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, to help consumers make informed purchases by choosing the best seasonal products based on their. read more

Italy once again confirms itself as the beating heart of global fennel production, with an estimated share of 85% of the total worldwide. This leading position is built on solid agricultural foundations, but today it must face increasingly complex challenges such as climate change. read more

Fuji MelaPiù®, the plain apple guaranteed by the Ferrara Consortium, is ready to finish the campaign and leave the shelves waiting for the next autumn. Matteo Mazzoni, President of the Ferrara MelaPiù® Consortium, takes advantage of the moment to draw up the balance of the last. read more

Atypical? Definitely yes. SAF - Spettacoli alla Frutta - is the (unique) combination of 25 brands that are not afraid to change the script of the industry. read more

With the arrival of summer temperatures, the melon market has experienced a remarkable acceleration: sales have literally exploded, with demand in some cases doubling, if not tripling. Confirming this is Bruno Francescon, president of the organization of the same name. read more

In week 21, sales of pre-packaged fruit and vegetables show a decrease both in value and volume. All sales channels are experiencing negative trends, except for discount stores, which are growing in value due to an increase in the average selling price exceeding the average. read more

On Friday, May 30th, the Agrion Foundation organized and hosted a meeting dedicated to the woolly apple aphid (Eriosoma lanigerum). The event was attended by SAGEA Center for field experimentation. The goal of the meeting was to... read more

Among the products with a well-defined seasonality, cherries are undoubtedly one of the most emblematic categories in the fruit and vegetable department. In fact, between May and July 2024 alone, over 95% of cherry sales in hypermarkets were realized. read more

In a global scenario marked by climate change and plant diseases, Italian kiwi is facing crucial challenges. To respond with innovation and vision, QUALITY KIWI is born, a project promoted by Apofruit Italia, with the contribution of Ri.Nova, CREA, and partners. read more

Household consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables shows positive signs in the first quarter of 2025. The volumes purchased by families have increased by 2% compared to the first quarter of 2024, reaching approximately 1.29 million tons. Even more significant is the growth in the value generated by these purchases. read more

The Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) has radically changed the tomato production scenario, imposing new choices and strategies on growers. To address this phytosanitary emergency, Syngenta Vegetable Seeds is introducing a new range of rootstocks that include resistance. read more

It is the beginning of June and, with the arrival of the beautiful season, one would expect a new boost for the fruit and vegetable markets. To understand if this scenario is also materializing in the Northeast, we stopped in Udine, the heart of a strategic territory for the supply chain. read more

In the heart of Sicily, in Ispica (RG), the company GSG Sipionesi has been known for years for the quality of its horticultural productions, specializing in the cultivation of tomatoes and watermelons in greenhouses. Covering a production area of about 20 hectares, the company dedicates 9 hectares to cultivation. read more

In the last citrus seasons, Italian companies have had to deal with a growing phytosanitary threat: the resurgence of Alternaria and Anthracnose, two fungal diseases that are particularly challenging for more sensitive varieties, such as Tarocco. read more

The table grape campaign in Mazzarrone (CT), one of the main production areas in Italy, has officially started under the best auspices. The first greenhouse harvests have already begun, while the full-scale entry of the varieties is expected in a few weeks. read more