October in Italy has seen varied prices for different fruits and vegetables, with citrus fruits taking the lead despite competition from Spain and South Africa. Tomato prices are high due to a shortage, with Albanian tomatoes sold at a lower price in Rome. Zucchini and fennel also command good prices, while persimmons and chestnuts are in high demand. Apples and pears are less popular, and grapes from Puglia and Sicily are sold well at higher prices. In Rome, the absence of aubergines has driven up their price, and artichokes are also in demand. However, the COVID-19 situation has negatively impacted catering activities.