The Coordination Committee of Agricultural and Livestock Organizations (COAG) of Almería has raised the alarm: the persistent rains in March are putting the fruit and vegetable season at risk in the province, as reported by valenciafruits.com. The most severe damages are being recorded. read more

The late frosts, expected and feared, did not wait long to arrive: the sudden influx of cold air from the Balkans hit the Adriatic coast, peaking yesterday and partially continuing into this morning. As always in these cases, the actual damage to crops is significant. read more

The introduction of tariffs on fresh products imported from Canada and Mexico could have a significant impact on fruit and vegetable consumption in the United States, as reported by thepacker.com. In addition to making these products less accessible to American citizens, the measure could complicate... read more

Protecting the cultivation of the Tonda Gentile Trilobata hazelnut, a variety intended to become the I.G.P. Piedmont Hazelnut, renowned and appreciated worldwide, is the objective of the working group that opened on Monday, March 17th in the Piedmont Region. read more

In the fruit cultivation panorama, the training systems are mainly distinguished into two models: wall forms, which grow in height and require the use of harvesting platforms, and volume forms, manageable entirely from the ground. The choice of the training system has a profound impact. read more

The Educational Tour organized by the Consortium of the Ispica IGP New Carrot kicked off yesterday, an event dedicated to the discovery of this excellent Italian fruit and vegetable product. The tour, which includes visits to fields, warehouses, and the local area, has allowed participants to learn more about it up close. read more

With the end of the Carnival holiday period and the arrival of spring, the fruit and vegetable market is preparing for a recovery after a slow start to the year characterized by modest exchanges. However, the overall picture is not entirely positive. "Unfortunately, there are no signals coming from the market. read more

Confagricoltura welcomes Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's intervention on the Mercosur agreement, which emphasizes the need to ensure reciprocity in trade exchanges for them to be fair. read more

Ambrosia™, the influencer apple cultivated exclusively in Piedmont by the Rivoira Group and in Val Venosta by the VIP Consortium, celebrates a successful season with a record harvest and distinctive quality. Engaging in daily dialogue with users of its community, it is a standout. read more

As the popularity of avocados continues to grow globally, this fruit has become a subject of misinformation, particularly regarding its environmental impact, especially in terms of water consumption and carbon footprint. However, much of this attention is unwarranted. read more

A virtual journey into the heart of the Dolomites to discover the hypogeal cells, natural rock storage facilities where apples are preserved in ideal conditions with a reduced energy consumption (-30% compared to traditional surface solutions). Once again, these are offered by the read more

Established by the United Nations in 1992, World Water Day is celebrated every year on March 22nd with the aim of raising awareness about responsible water resource management and promoting concrete actions to ensure sustainable water use. read more

The Italian horticultural sector, particularly the cultivation of zucchinis, is facing a growing threat: the New Delhi virus (ToLCNDV), which is causing difficulties in productions especially in Central-Southern Italy. In response to this challenge, Syngenta Vegetable Seeds will introduce Lambda. read more

In recent years, pumpkin consumption has shown a steady and significant increase in all European countries. The reasons for this growing popularity surely lie in the fact that this vegetable combines great flavor with important properties. read more

In December, Michelin-starred chef Davide Oldani had already recognized its value. Now, just a few months later, even Italian organized large-scale distribution enthusiastically welcomed the Cauliflower from the Plain of Sele IGP, a recent new entry among the Protected Geographical Indications. read more

In Los Angeles, the luxury supermarket chain Erewhon has launched a new product on its shelves: a single strawberry branded Elly Amai, imported from Kyoto, Japan, and sold for a whopping $18.99. The sky-high price has sparked a debate on social media, particularly on TikTok. read more

"The entry of young people into agriculture needs to become a priority again. We need 6-7,000 workers for the 2025 season in Emilia-Romagna, not only pruners, fruit and vegetable pickers, grape harvesters, livestock sector workers, or agricultural machinery operators, but also..." read more

The Cornelio project, the premium pepper branded Valfrutta Fresco that has managed to convince consumers and Large Retail, continues to evolve, confirming itself as one of the flagship products of the premium brand of the Alegra Group. With varietal innovation, expansion of production areas, and... read more

The second edition of Fruit Attraction São Paulo, scheduled from March 25th to 27th at São Paulo Expo in Brazil, has already established itself as a strategic meeting point and a business platform for the fruit and vegetable sector. read more

The heavy rains that hit Spain at the end of February and the beginning of March have complicated the strawberry and raspberry season, causing delays in production and a significantly lower product availability compared to previous years. According to reports... read more