New Macfrut edition to return with four dynamic areas
Fairs with distracted hostesses distributing flyers outside of stands and company owners waiting for clients to appear are a thing of the past not only because of Covid, but also because this is 2020, not the 1990s. And, while fair organizations still believe in this formula, companies should have understood it by now. Macruft (September 7-9, 2021) understood it years ago and, in fact, it set up a digital version in 2020 and, in 2021, it will introduce 4 demonstration areas where visitors will be able to view innovations firsthand and talk to technicians and experts.
Saent - new asparagus for the lovers of distinctive flavors
The Saent asparagus variety, recently introduced by seed company Lamboseeds, is gaining popularity thanks to its unique organoleptic properties. This selection is rather early and has become productive over the past few days, when quantities are still low due to the lack of rain, drops in temperature and frost in both northern and southern Italy. Saent is suitable for cultivation in northern Italy. Shoots have medium grades with closed tips highly resistant to withering and a green/purplish red color. It derives from
Asparagus officinalis x
Asparagus amarus, which is rich in anti-oxidants, explains Lamboseeds marketing manager Sandro Colombi.
Italian grower changes course and starts growing organic green asparagus
In a picturesque setting, near the Dora Baltea river and with the Piedmont Alps in sight, entrepreneur Achille De Vecchi decided to change course and start growing organic green asparagus.
Green asparagus of the Eros variety
With some experience in growing asparagus and the technical suggestions of expert Luciano Trentini, Achille planted 6 hectares of certified organic asparagus, which will be marketed in Northern Italy. In addition to choosing to use techniques suitable for organic horticulture, Achille has chosen to grow varieties selected in Italy. Varieties such as Ercole, Eros and Giove are very suitable and have a high resistance to diseases and fungi. The asparagus are sold both in bulk and in bundles, said Trentini.