The article highlights a significant increase in the price of tomatoes in the Italian market, with prices doubling after a period of stagnation due to a decrease in imports from the Netherlands and a rise in demand from Germany. This price hike is coupled with a quality crisis in grapes, leading to low prices despite the quality issues. The COVID-19 pandemic's impact on tourism and consumer income has resulted in a decrease in demand for both tomatoes and grapes. Conversely, the prices of summer fruits like watermelons and melons have remained stable due to favorable temperatures. The future market trends for apples and pears are anticipated to follow the typical seasonal patterns, dependent on weather conditions and consumer demand.