“The peach, apricot and nectarrine season is now fully underway at Ecofarm. It’s a bit late as it has been in the past but the quality is high,” reports Sabina Donzella who is the quality director at the Sicilian PO and she adds that “the conditions of the last few months resulted in delays in the ripening process that then coincided with the highest growth of parasites, such as stink bugs, which is becoming difficult to manage.”

Sabina Donzella

“Through continuous monitoring of our production and issues it brings Our technicians have been trying to support our producers in the implementation of security strategies that conform to controlled systems and requirements of the major retailers. Despite the problems due to the weather and the weather, we’ve achieved a quality product that meets the level of sweetness, quality as well as the quality and safety requirement. This is a huge achievement, given the consequences of the climate change.”

In the case of nectarines and peaches due to the increased demands, Ecofarm as extended its production over the last few years, with a focus on cultivars that have a great flavor and colour. The late season of this year has been quite fascinating for the PO because it was “not adversely affected by the Spanish concurrence” because of various challenges. Furthermore It appears that there won’t be any competitors from the northern part of Italy also, considering that the weather was causing a number of issues for stone fruit farmers.

“After the first high price during May and June, they have stabilized between EUR0.70 to EUR0.50/kg as a result of the increasing quantities offered. The top grades earned best prices. So were the most appealing grades that is usually the norm.”

“The conditions have changed” and while it’s certain that agriculture is the initial victim and first to be affected by the tragic consequences however, it’s also the case that we need to be prepared to deal with the changes. This is why it’s not vital for national as well as international policymakers to assist farmers adopt integrated methods of controlling for weeds. It will also push this sector to more effective and innovative agronomic approaches. It must be done with a sustainability perspective both from a social, environmental and economic standpoint.”

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