On March 9, 2026, LA RAPA BENDATA hosted an outstanding event: a workshop focused on brassicas, radicchio, and forcing techniques. It was a moment of direct exchange with growers, nurseries, and professional growers, where our Andrea presented the Smarties.bio company vision, focusing on genetic research, sustainability, and continuous technical support for farms. The meeting represented an important opportunity to explore, in a practical way, the management of some of the most strategic crops for professional horticulture. Introduction to Smarties.bio and agronomic approachThe day began with an overview of Smarties.bio’s identity: a company focused on developing high-performing varieties adaptable to different...
In the professional vegetable seed world, Smarties.bio continues to stand out for its genetic research, sustainability, and attention to farmers’ needs. Today, the company introduces a new product to become a key player in both professional and hobby field: ALBASCURA, a dark green Batavia Lettuce breed to ensure high performance and reliable cultivation. A new addition to the Smarties.bio lettuce range The ALBASCURA variety joins the company’s line of professional lettuces, alongside other selections dedicated to the main cultivation types. This range is designed for year-round production, with a recommended density of about 10 plants per square meter and an...
May Recommendations: baby lettuce, rocket, and corn salad for high-quality production May represents a strategic period for spring–summer sowing, when the choice of varieties becomes essential to ensure uniformity, productivity, and leaf quality. The Smarties.bio offering stands out for its complete range dedicated to baby leaf production and intensive cycles, with particular focus on baby lettuce, wild rocket, and corn salad, key crops for this time of year. The varieties selected for May are ideal for coping with rising temperatures, while maintaining excellent field performance and consistent results. At Smarties.bio, we have selected our recommended products for the month of...
Every autumn, the small municipality of Marano Vicentino celebrates one of the most representative agricultural excellences of the area: Mais Marano. The traditional Festa del Mais Marano is a highly anticipated event that combines rural culture, gastronomy, and reflection on the future of agriculture. In 2025 the event reached its 29ᵗʰ edition, confirming itself as one of the most important events dedicated to traditional agricultural varieties in the Veneto region. The main festival usually takes place at the beginning of October, while in spring (May) the Festa della Semina (Sowing Festival) is also celebrated. Mais Marano: a historic local varietyThe absolute...
