The Smarties.bio radicchio range expands with four new varieties that represent the tangible result of genetic improvement and the company’s ongoing research activities. These new products stem from the Smarties.bio vision: selecting distinctive types that perform well in the field and meet the needs of the modern supply chain, without compromising on organoleptic quality and territorial identity.The new introductions: ALPONE Cicoria Rossa di Verona GAETANO Cicoria Catalogna Puntarelle di Gaeta YLENIA Sugar Loaf Chicory CASTEO Cicoria Variegata di Castelfranco They enrich the offering with versatile solutions designed for professional growers and quality-conscious consumers. ALPONE Cicoria Rossa di VeronaA very...
Recommended products for June: focus on the Smarties.bio chicory and radicchio range June is a strategic month for planning autumn and winter crops. Sowing and transplanting carried out during this period directly determine the quality of production in the following months, especially for key crops such as radicchio. For this reason, the Smarties.bio Radicchio range offers carefully selected solutions to ensure uniformity, yield, and market quality.In particular, during the month of June the focus is on three key types: Chioggia, Verona and Variegated, varieties that allow for complete and flexible production planning. Cicoria di Chioggia: reliability and uniformityThe Smarties.bio Chioggia Radicchio...
Spring 2026 represented a special moment of sharing and exchange for Smarties.bio. With three Open Days organized at our headquarters and showcase fields in Veneto, we welcomed students, professional growers, and enthusiasts from the sector to experience firsthand our work, our vision, and our daily commitment to genetic improvement and seed production. Three different days, united by the same goal: to let people live the Smarties.bio experience. April 17: education and future with the Agricultural Institute "IIS Alberto Parolini" The first event on April 17 was dedicated to educating the new generations. We had the pleasure of hosting the third...
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...
