Italy: Oranges on the rise, courgettes at high altitude

According to Bmti findings, aubergines, peppers and tomatoes also remain at high levels. Cauliflowers disappoint According to Bmti surveys, compared to last week, oranges have increased in price, despite the high availability and small sizes. Courgettes and aubergines continue to perform at high levels, while cauliflowers recorded a decline, also compared to last year's trend. Oranges recovering The campaign of Sicilian Tarocco oranges comes to life, with high quantities of the small caliber product. This is due to the high temperatures recorded in recent months. With the arrival of cold weather and frosts, the quality and pigmentation should improve considerably. Demand is subdued, but prices are still at higher levels than last year. Artichokes, low demand The artichoke season is marked by a not very high availability, also due to the absence of rain, but demand is showing a limited trend, which justifies this week's drop, also due to prices still high for the period. Present is ...