Potatoes are an essential food in the shopping of Italians: this is confirmed by the second edition of the Potatoes Forever! survey - the campaign co-financed by the European Union and promoted in Italy by UNAPA - National Union of Potato Producers' Associations - carried out. read more

The development of new varieties of table grapes represents a crucial challenge for enhancing the cultivation. The need to offer products that meet both the requirements of producers and the preferences of consumers has become increasingly stringent, especially in a context where. read more

Ventura, a leading brand in the dried fruit sector, confirms its commitment to supporting sports and wellness by once again participating in the Naples Half Marathon 2025, scheduled for February 23rd. Following the success of the previous edition, Ventura is back to participate. read more

Once again this year, ULMA Packaging has confirmed its presence at Fruit Logistica 2025, where the company showcased a wide range of packaging solutions designed to meet the sustainability, flexibility, and productivity needs of the sector. read more

In 2025, Mexican blueberry production is expected to decrease by 9%, reaching 73,500 tons. This decline is due to a strategic delay in the start of the harvest, which shortened the campaign duration. These updated estimates were revealed by the USDA. read more

KWS Vegetables, a world leader in spinach seed production, once again held its open days from February 11th to 13th at its trial field in Miranda, Murcia. A total of 20 hectares where the Dutch multinational presented new improved varieties and received. read more

The Ribera D.O.P. Orange season is proceeding at a steady pace, recording particularly positive numbers. According to official data communicated to the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, and Forests (MASAF) as of January 31st, there has been an increase in. read more

"Innovation runs and does not wait. Pretending it does not exist is not an option. It is essential to reflect on the opportunities and challenges it presents, addressing even the most complex aspects." read more

The renowned pizzaiolo Gino Sorbillo has chosen the Pink Lady® apple as the main ingredient for his new gourmet creation: the Pink Lady® Pizza. It is a meeting of pizza artistry and the freshness of the apple which, with its heart-shaped sticker, represents one of the most. read more

With VOG - Home of Apples, Biofach showcases diversity. A distinctive characteristic of the South Tyrolean Consortium in various areas of significance: first and foremost for the assortment of organic apple varieties and brands, one of the widest in Europe, which guarantees read more

On the occasion of Valentine's Day, BMTI conducted an analysis on the wholesale prices of the most commonly requested products, based on the data collected from the wholesale markets of the Italmercati Network. read more

It is called VIP but it is not a social event. VIP stands for "Varieties International Project": a series of focuses on genetic improvement and new varieties in modern fruit cultivation. A crucial theme that will be at the center of four workshops led by top breeding experts together. read more

Today is Valentine's Day, the holiday of lovers, and even the fruit and vegetable sector seizes the opportunity to celebrate this event. This is demonstrated by the themed decorations we have observed in various chains of organized retail in recent days. Among the most scenic displays... read more

The traditional monthly meeting of the marketing committee of Assomela took place on Tuesday, February 11th, where Italian apple producers had the opportunity to discuss the market trends of the past month, the final European production, and the forecasts. read more

After a positive January, in week 5 the sales of Lcc fruits and vegetables continue to grow, with a minimal increase in the average mix price. All physical channels are growing, except for hypermarkets, while online sales are back in positive territory. read more

The click day, activated yesterday, once again proved to be a obstacle course for both companies looking for workforce and for non-EU workers hoping for temporary employment in Italy. In fact, the 110,000 "positions" were filled in just a few minutes. read more

On Friday, February 7, 2025, the World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA) held its annual General Assembly, which took place at Fruit Logistica in Berlin. On this occasion, the association presented the forecasts for apple and pear harvests in the Southern Hemisphere for the upcoming season. read more

The agroecological conversion in Europe is continuing at a steady pace, with the percentage of agricultural land cultivated using organic methods reaching 11%. These figures are highlighted in the document "The World of Organic Agriculture 2024", referring to the year 2023. read more

The international seed sector sees a significant development with the acquisition of Blumen Vegetable Seeds by the Verisem Group, a multinational known in Italy mainly for its subsidiary Suba Seeds. This operation marks the establishment of Verisem Italy, a new entity that... read more

Discovered in the 1970s in Venezuela as a spontaneous mutation of the Washington Navel, the Cara Cara orange has quickly gained appreciation in the market due to its qualities. Its juicy and sweet flesh, with slightly acidic notes reminiscent of cherry, has made it a popular choice among consumers. read more