We are in the final stages of a complicated melon-growing campaign, made difficult to interpret due to increasingly unpredictable weather that has divided Italy in two. read more

In week 39, sales of prepackaged fruit and vegetables show a significant increase, with a trend more than double compared to the previous year. All channels are showing positive signals, except for online sales. Analyzing the data from 2019, a concerning regression is observed. read more

In the United States, specifically in Virginia, Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing the world of agriculture by creating "towers" of strawberries that grow independently of weather conditions and season. These structures, over ten meters high, enable the production of read more

"If no legal name has been adopted, a Member State cannot prohibit the use of terms traditionally associated with animal products to designate a product containing vegetable proteins." read more

Optimizing yield and quality, reducing costs, and improving the management of natural resources are the goals of Agriculture 4.0, which was the focus of the second Demoday of Orti.Go organized by Astra Innovazione e Sviluppo in collaboration with Ri.Nova. The event took place on Wednesday morning. read more

"Fruit Attraction confirmed its growth trend, especially deduced from the satisfaction of our operators," said Paolo Bruni, president of CSO Italy, after returning from the trip to Madrid. We have collected statements from a very significant sample of the representatives of the. read more

The season of the San Zeno di Montagna chestnut Dop is starting again, with a production that promises excellent quality. The flagship product of the Veronese municipality, which obtained protected designation of origin (DOP) status 21 years ago in 2003, is ready to be harvested and consumed. "The weather this year... read more

High-quality peppers, more resilient to pests and extreme weather events, and with higher antioxidant properties. These are the results of three international projects that CREA has contributed to, recently published in the scientific journal "Current Biology". read more

The Italian and international market, product strategy, commitment to logistics and innovation, and the central role of sustainability. It is a truly rich agenda of themes that accompanies Melinda's participation in Fruit Attraction, the large trade fair. read more

To reduce the risks related to obesity and incorrect consumption patterns, there is a need for a commitment towards prevention by increasing the hours of nutrition education in schools and improving the quality of school canteen meals based on the principles of the Mediterranean Diet. This is the call. read more

Sogemi, the company that manages the Milan Food Market, is among the first approved for PNRR funding for the project "Development of logistics for wholesale agri-food markets." The 3 million euros advance payment (maximum amount obtainable as an advance) read more

The increasing occurrence of extreme events along the peninsula is causing significant damage to agriculture, especially to fruits and vegetables, with hailstorms, tornadoes, heavy rainfalls, heatwaves, and windstorms. In these days, the particularly adverse weather conditions. read more

In a year with still uncertain results for chestnut farming in the province of Cuneo, which is experiencing widespread production declines but high quality, Coldiretti Cuneo is proposing a moment of discussion on current trends and future prospects with a focus on technical innovations. read more

The South African table grape industry predicts that export volumes for the 2024/25 season will increase by about 1% compared to the volumes of the 2023/24 season; this was announced by the industry association SATI, which highlights that this represents a 6% increase. read more

Accompanied by the Italian ambassador to Madrid, Giuseppe Buccino Grimaldi, the Minister of Agriculture Francesco Lollobrigida met yesterday at Fruit Attraction in Madrid with the companies of the Collettiva Italy "The Beauty of Quality" organized by Cso Italy, engaging in great conversations. read more

On the occasion of Fruit Attraction in Madrid, Sorma Group (Stand 3D22 Hall 3) presents two innovative solutions for fruit selection: PulpVision and Bioscan®. With Daniele Severi, Director of the Technology Division at Sorma Iberica (pictured below), we delved into the key points. read more

TOMRA Food took the opportunity at Fruit Attraction in Madrid to review the latest investments supporting the global fruit industry. Also under the spotlight was the new headquarters in Valencia and the opportunity to preview the LUCAi™ application for citrus fruits. read more

Kikokáfa is serious. The numbers presented by the Consortium, at the Fruit Attraction event, certify the ambitions of this new yellow-fleshed kiwi: in the first marketing campaign, 2 thousand tons will be available, which will increase to 15 thousand by 2026, thanks to a read more

After the conclusion of the second day of Fruit Attraction, it is possible to draw a preliminary assessment of the fair. The opinion among Italian operators is almost unanimous: the Spanish event is growing year by year, becoming an unmissable event especially for the players. read more

California Prunes continue to stand out in the global agricultural landscape thanks to a steadfast commitment to innovation, sustainability, and promoting health benefits. For over 100 years, California Prunes growers have been producing high-quality fruit. read more