The collection of Romagnole strawberries produced using the out-of-soil technique from the Zavoli farm in Poggio Torriana (Rimini) is in full swing. We spoke with the producer Stefano Zavoli to discuss the cultivation process, which is part of the "Heart Beyond the Obstacle" project. read more

Cyclone, one of the latest varieties of peppers introduced by Blumen (click here to learn more), has shown excellent tolerance to abiotic stresses generated by climate change and excellent uniformity and continuity of production throughout the entire production cycle. Additionally, the excellent read more

The mountain cherry harvest of VIP started on Monday, July 8th in Val Venosta; it is expected to last until mid-August. A handful of weeks that offer true taste gems: very sweet cherries, with firm and crunchy flesh and intense color. The volumes are expected to. read more

Gullino Group, a company based in Saluzzo (Cuneo) and active since 1969 in the sustainable production of fresh fruit, specializing in kiwi, has formed a partnership with Jingold to obtain a license for the cultivation of its innovative yellow-flesh kiwi, known and appreciated worldwide. read more

The 2024 potato campaign did not start off in the best way in the Bolognese region, one of the most suitable areas in Italy for this crop. According to the analysis of Confagricoltura Bologna, there are several reasons for this: difficulties in sourcing seed potatoes, whose prices have increased. read more

On Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 3:00 PM, the second meeting of the series "SOI Regional Events on Actinidia Decline" will take place in Veneto. This event represents an opportunity for agricultural professionals, technicians, and researchers to delve deeper into the issue. read more

By the end of this year, the R.E.N.T.Ri system (National Electronic Register for Waste Traceability) will be operational for waste management. It is a digital system designed to improve waste management and will also impact the fruit and vegetable sector. read more

We are in the final stages of the pepper campaign in the areas of Marina di Ragusa, Santa Croce Camerina, Scoglitti, Acate, and Vittoria. In this regard, producers, nurserymen, and technicians are preparing for the planning of the next campaign and the selection of varieties that have shown... read more

Assistance for farmers who have adopted the Igp standard and certification and intend to promote the production of high-quality Igp pears in Italy and abroad. This is the goal for which the Regional Council has approved a new call for proposals with a funding of 600 thousand euros. read more

In April, Spanish imports of fresh fruits and vegetables reached 1.5 million tons, showing a 6% increase compared to the same period in 2023. In terms of value, the increase was even more significant (+16%), totaling a combined 1.8 billion euros. These are the data... read more

"The vegetable cultivation in the areas of Northern Italy in general, and in Piedmont in particular, is significantly delayed compared to previous years. In fact, the volumes of peppers, eggplants, tomatoes, and zucchinis are noticeably lower and often fail to meet the demand." read more

A few days ago, a technical meeting on cherry, apricot, and almond was held at the fruit research center of Fondazione Agrion in Manta, at Via Falicetto, 24, 12030 Manta CN. read more

The campaign of the medium-late apricots in Puglia was not very easy due to the climatic conditions that influenced some phenological phases. This is reported by Ruggiero Iodice, owner of the agricultural company F.lli Iodice, who dedicates 5 hectares to the medium-late varieties. read more

Among the protagonists of the summer season, there are definitely melons and watermelons. Obviously, even for these crops, due to climate change, cultivation has become increasingly complicated. But strategies are evolving and four experienced producers are telling their stories to IFN. read more

Dried fruit does not loosen its grip even in the summer, as can be seen from the fruit and vegetable departments, which maintain unchanged numbers dedicated to this category even with the rise in the mercury column. read more

Valentino Di Pisa, President of Fedagromercati, succeeds Massimiliano del Core, representing Confagricoltura, as the President of Ortofrutta Italia, the inter-professional organization of the fruit and vegetable sector. read more

In June, the fruit and vegetable department of the large-scale retail trade remains afloat in terms of volumes, but deflation is causing losses in values. Among the major categories, only vegetables show an increasing quantity, while - in terms of geographic areas - the South still shows, increasingly, opposite trends compared to the North. read more

Summer is the season of peaches and nectarines, among the very few products that are experiencing an increase in consumption in a context of a general decline in purchases. Peaches and nectarines, despite having had to face the same problems as other products, have seen decreases in production. read more

The prickly pear season is about to start, with the first harvest expected around July 20th in the Catania area. However, this year producers are dealing with the consequences of adverse weather conditions, which are leading to a decrease in production. We discussed this. read more

The Red Orange of Sicily Consortium and the Ribera Orange Dop Consortium are working together on a platform to request support from institutions to safeguard the production of the two consortia, which are the flagship of the renowned high-quality Sicilian citrus farming sector. read more