"Stand by nature, stand by you" is the new slogan that will accompany Naturitalia from today. It is a clear and direct message that summarizes the commitment of the Bologna-based cooperative, one of the main players in the fruit and vegetable sector, towards two fundamental pillars: nature and people. read more

The number of regions taking measures to cope with record heat is increasing, imposing a ban on outdoor work during the hottest hours of the day. In Lombardy, from today until September 15th, outdoor work will be prohibited between 12:30 and 16:00. read more

A grand start in terms of size and quality, that of the premium Metis® plums, whose campaign began in late June. Metis®, present in Italian consumers' homes for over 10 years, is a unique fruit, the result of the natural crossbreeding of different varieties of. read more

After the terrible year of 2023, marked by floods, frosts, and a collapse in deliveries, 2024 is bringing the Apo Conerpo system back to a more normal level of productivity. The balance sheet of the main European fruit and vegetable producers' organization was approved yesterday. read more

Vitamins, colorful and delicious. Berries are increasingly becoming protagonists of contemporary nutrition. To meet the new needs of consumers, F.lli Orsero presents a new product dedicated to blueberries, designed for a smart and daily consumption: the new "open and ... read more

In 2024, Apofruit Italia achieved very positive results, marking a clear recovery, especially in terms of member contributions, after a challenging 2023 marred by extraordinary weather events. Providing an overview of the situation is the company's president, Mirco Zanotti. read more

Alce Nero, the brand of organic farmers and processors since 1978, offers a range of products that nourish at every stage of life. For the little ones, the company has chosen quality and safety, producing only in Italy in the certified facilities of its members and partners. read more

During the conference "Post-harvest fruit: oxidizing products and technologies for sanitization", promoted by Ri.Nova at Macfrut, the debate on new technologies for the preservation of fruits and vegetables, particularly on cold plasma and bipolar ionization, has sparked. read more

With the arrival of summer, the fruit and vegetable markets fill up with imported citrus fruits, in particular oranges and lemons from the Mediterranean basin – Spain, Egypt, and Greece – but also from the Southern Hemisphere, with significant volumes from Argentina and South Africa. read more

On July 5th, The Stone will return, the thrilling extreme triathlon race that starts with a swim from the shore of Lake Iseo in Tavernola Bergamasca and continues by bike through the challenging Passi della Val Camonica, concluding with a run at Passo Paradiso. Dole Italia, the leader. read more

On Friday, July 4th at 10:30 AM, Apofruit celebrates its 65th anniversary with an event at the Altedo plant (BO), a center specializing in the processing and packaging of potatoes, onions, and pears for the entire Northern Italy region. Founded in 1960, Apofruit is now one of the read more

In the meeting held on Friday, June 27th, 2025, the Parity Commission of the Bologna Potato Exchange, at newly started excavations, set the minimum reference price for the commercialization of First-quality potatoes to be introduced to the market for the upcoming campaign. read more

Gavina returns to TV: a new commercial is coming with a festive, fresh, and joyful spirit dedicated to the mini watermelon, sweet, crisp, and seedless, which is one of the flagship products of the Agricultural Cooperative Campidanese and its brand "L'Orto di Eleonora". read more

The increase in pear drop, or premature fruit drop, and the Asian stink bug, which has not been eradicated and is damaging especially organic pear orchards, are causing concern among fruit producers in Cia-Agricoltori Italiani Ferrara. read more

Cherries are one of the iconic fruits of late spring, with peak sales typically occurring in May and June, coinciding with the peak season of Italian produce. Their short season, along with a distinctive sweetness and aroma, make this product unique. read more

With the arrival of the beautiful season, grilled vegetables emerge as undisputed protagonists among ready-made vegetable dishes, taking over from typically wintery references such as soups or broth mixes. It is a segment experiencing constant growth, especially. read more

Last Friday there was a big celebration in Aprilia for the 65th anniversary of Apofruit Italia. The Romagna-based cooperative, which has been active since 2003 also in the Lazio region - it was in fact in that year that the historic cooperative Vael joined the Group, with its own processing plant. read more

Developing apple cultivation in the Val Venosta through a synergy with tourism, the most important resource of South Tyrol, transmitting in an innovative way the culture of apples, a knowledge, almost an art, deeply rooted in the territory and in the 1,500 farmers associated with VIP. read more

Also this week, La Borsa della Spesa, the weekly informational service created by BMTI and Italmercati in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, highlights the most convenient and high-quality seasonal products, ideal for enjoying the summer heat with taste and savings. read more

During the recent IFN live broadcast dedicated to peaches and nectarines (click here to watch it), the current campaign was discussed. After a slow start, the season is finally picking up pace (click here for more information). A significant part of the broadcast was dedicated to this topic. read more