"The drought emergency in Basilicata is reaching dramatic proportions. Even in the Vulture-Melfi area, productions are literally dying of thirst. Among the excellences of these territories, it is worth mentioning quality vegetables such as tomatoes and other specialties, as well as fruit." read more

The apple breeding program at the University of Minnesota has produced its twenty-ninth apple: MN33, labeled as Kudos. This apple, made in the USA, can be considered the "sister" of SweeTango, as it is a cross of two apples already grown in Minnesota. read more

Adagio is the semi-retarded melon with traditional ripening signed Seminis, by Bayer Crop Science. This year marks its third since its launch on the market and continues to prove itself for greenhouse and tunnel transplanting from late February to mid-April. read more

With Marco Spinetti, quality control and production manager at Top Melon, we analyzed the current melon campaign. Compared to last year, an increase in average production per hectare is expected this year (also thanks to investments made in greenhouses). read more

There is a trend that is spreading in the world of social media: it's called "sexy water," the translation of the English expression "sexy water," as reported by the website primochef.it. In practice, these are glasses of water from which fresh, colorful, and fruity drinks are created. read more

Support for Italian companies in strategic sectors of the agri-food industry and international cooperation for development. These are the cornerstones of the memorandum of understanding signed by Coldiretti and Filiera Italia with Cassa Depositi e Prestiti on the occasion of the second day of. read more

Resistance to major diseases - starting from the fungal pathogens Fusarium and Bremia - and the introduction of innovative characteristics that enhance the product both in terms of organoleptic and aesthetic aspects are the main drivers guiding varietal innovation in the field. read more

The third edition of "The fruit salad for research®" project, organized by the Umberto Veronesi Foundation ETS in exclusive partnership with Autogrill, has started in recent days. This project aims to support the work of doctors and researchers who dedicate their lives to scientific research. read more

Genetic resistance to apple scab remains relatively rare in commercial apple varieties and is an increasingly sought-after trait to limit the need for phytosanitary treatments. Most varieties that have this resistance carry the Vf gene. read more

It is clear that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will have a significant impact on our lives. What is more complex is understanding how much and in what ways it will change them. Certainly, unlike technological revolutions of the past, it will be a fast and relentless process that will affect every aspect, including the read more

From wool-based fertilizer to anti-aging cosmetics with kiwi and olive pit extracts, to the project aimed at "detoxifying" technology addicts known as hikikomori, these are some of the innovations presented at the Coldiretti Green Oscars in the Venice Village. read more

The exports of Iberian red fruits experienced a real boom - as reported on Valenciafruits.com - reaching a record value of 868 million euros in 2023, which is 8.4% higher than the previous campaign. read more

Excellent quality, but low production for melons from the Veneto region, mainly cultivated in the provinces of Verona and Rovigo. The season, like in 2023, has been heavily influenced by rains and cold temperatures that characterized the month of May, causing issues with fruit setting. read more

Already at work, the organizational machinery of Macfrut 2025 is in motion with the first international missions confirming the increasingly international character of the fruit and vegetable supply chain fair. Less than two months from the conclusion of the fair, in these days the president of Macfrut, Renzo Piraccini, has travelled… read more

Continuous decrease in consumption, staff shortages, and increasing costs are forcing the fruit and vegetable supply chain to undergo an efficiency process that is difficult to implement but at the same time unavoidable. It is now clear to everyone that the time has come for distributors and producers to manage the read more

In a global context, where technological innovation and agricultural sustainability have become top priorities, Interpoma Congress confirms its position as a must-attend event for the apple industry: world-renowned experts will gather in Bolzano from November 21 to 22, 2024. read more

Today, a healthy, balanced diet rich in vegetables is now accessible to everyone, whether eating at home, in the office, or on any occasion outside the home. This is happening in Italy, thanks to the development of food service products. read more

Sun World International, a California-based breeder and licensor, has officially launched two new table grape varieties: Sugrafiftyfour, marketed under the brand Applause, and Sugrafiftysix under Epic Crisp. These launches follow Sun World's branding strategy. read more

Zucchini production for the fresh market is among the main activities in the Italian fruit and vegetable sector. Over the years, challenges for this cultivation have increased: from climate change to plant diseases, such as New Delhi, farmers urgently need to find solutions to protect their crops. read more

After years of difficulties, starting in 2023, the loss of fishing sector surfaces in Emilia-Romagna has stopped. The signals are positive, according to the surveys conducted by CSO Italy, which has been compiling the regional fruit and vegetable land registry annually since 1998. Today, Emilia-Romagna... read more