In Sicily, specifically in Giarre, there are those who bet on tropical fruit long before it became a trend, turning forward-thinking vision into concrete success. This is the story of Andrea Passanisi and Sicilia Avocado, a brand born in 2003. Here, at the foot of Mount Etna, the read more

In 2024, Turkey exported fresh fruits and vegetables with a value of 3.4 billion dollars. As stated in the note from the president of the Union of Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Exporters of the Mediterranean, Ferhat Gürüz, 4 million were exported last year. read more

Apofruit Italia, a leading cooperative in the fruit and vegetable production sector with a widespread presence throughout the national territory, opens 2025 with a calendar full of technical meetings and initiatives aimed at supporting producers in Southern Italy. The area known as "Apofruit Gioia Tauro", read more

Promising start to the season of Sicilian Red Oranges PGI - as the president of the Consortium, Gerardo Diana, tells IFN. "The campaign for Sicilian Red Oranges PGI is starting off in an encouraging way, with favorable weather conditions characterized by temperature fluctuations." read more

In the midst of the campaign dedicated to national kiwis, it is interesting to analyze the choices made by the retail signs and evaluate some trends that characterize this category. Among these, the development of types available in different flesh colors and sales methods stand out. read more

In 2025, Annatura, a company specializing in fifth-range vegetables, starts off on the right foot. Among the novelties, the launch of the new packaging stands out - which further enhances the strengths of the products - and has found success at Marca, the international fair. read more

Ventura, a leading company in the production and distribution of dried fruits and healthy snacks in Italy, proudly announces its first sponsorship in the world of professional cycling. The historic Italian company will be the Nutritional Partner of Team VF Group Bardiani CSF. read more

Dried fruit, berries, spelt, cheeses, legumes, and eggs: these are the ideal foods to combat the effects of Blue Monday at the table, the saddest day of the year celebrated yesterday, January 20th. This recommendation comes from Coldiretti on the occasion of the anniversary celebrated on the third read more

The motivation to delve deeper into the topic came from a witty comment made by a customer in front of a juice served at a bar last week: "Here the only thing red is the price." The customer had actually asked for a blood orange juice but was served a different product. read more

Apofruit Italia, a cooperative of fruit and vegetable producers with 2,700 member producers in Italy's most renowned areas, is positively reviewing its participation in Marca Fresh 2025. This is confirmed by both Ernesto Fornari, CEO of the Apofruit Group, and Gianluca. read more

We are pleased to receive and publish the intervention of Professor Maria Lodovica Gullino from the University of Genoa, regarding the evolution of principles in Italy and Europe, which was released a few days ago on these pages (click here to read more). read more

Six months of imprisonment and a fine of 3,000 euros. This is the sentence imposed by the court of Nocera Inferiore on a producer who, in the territory of San Valentino Torio, had set up an intensive cultivation of San Marzano tomatoes. Nothing unusual, except for the fact that it is a read more

The second anniversary of the Solidarity Logistics Platform is approaching, which sees CAAR - Centro Agro Alimentare Rimini and non-profit associations in Rimini collaborating to ensure that large quantities of fresh, high-quality fruits and vegetables reach the plates of those most in need. read more

From the 5th to the 7th of February, Enjoy Dolce Frutta will be the protagonist at Fruit Logistica in Berlin, located in HALL 4.2 stand C-02. Through tastings specially prepared on site by chef Mario Musci, known for his ability to enhance ingredients while respecting their essence and seasonality. read more

MIT - Meet Italian Taste is an opportunity to optimize international trade fairs, enhance Italian excellences, and promote one's own production and commercial reality. A unique opportunity that, in conjunction with FRUIT LOGISTICA, offers an experience made read more

La Linea Verde - a leading group in Europe in fresh-cut products and fresh vegetable-based ready meals - presented its new proposals in preview at Marca by BolognaFiere, the main international event dedicated to private label products. read more

Thanks to La Borsa della Spesa, the weekly service by BMTI and Italmercati network of Enterprises in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, it is possible to understand in advance what to put in the shopping cart, paying attention to convenience and seasonality. read more

The apple is the most consumed fruit in Italy and plays a prominent role both in the fruit and vegetable department and in the assortment of greengrocers, markets, and street vendors. This success is due to its distinctive characteristics: a taste and texture suitable for everyone, long shelf life, and affordable prices. read more

The participation of Romagnoli F.lli Spa in Marca Fresh has successfully concluded. Marca Fresh is a format by BolognaFiere and SG Marketing focusing on sustainable fruits and vegetables, now in its fifth edition as a solid part of Marca, the international trade show dedicated to branding. read more

Improvement of production, low environmental impact techniques, investments to address the consequences of climate change, and strategic positioning in markets are the main areas funded for 2025 with over 108 million euros of European funds. read more