Italy: S.P.O. Zentrum's Saturn peaches

The Saturn peach campaign has started in Sicily.

Saturn peaches

"Thanks to the suitable soil and weather conditions of the Catania area, our over 53 hectares produce fruits of high quality with controlled residues and the added value of a product that is made in Sicily," explains Giacomo Rizzo, CEO of Gruppo S.P.O. Zentrum.

SquiSicily branded crate

"These peaches aim at standing out from the Spanish product available at lower prices. Organoleptic qualities are also very different."

Saturn peaches in trays

"We are expecting to harvest approximately 500 tons in June. They will be sold under the "SquiSicily" brand through the main domestic retail chains. We grow the most popular varieties such as Samantha, UGO 4 and Galaxy. They are all white peaches and are certified GlobalGAP," adds Giuseppe Giammello, production manager.

S.P.O. Zentrum facility

"The market should be better than last year thanks to the better quality and fewer quantities. Of course the sale of our produce must be managed and placed in the hands of those willing to spend a few cents more to purchase exceptional flavour."

"In addition to guarantees on phytosanitary residues, our future challenge is to achieve zero residue, basically producing organic fruit, thanks to integrated techniques. Consumers are increasingly careful and aware of what they eat, and are therefore willing to spend a little more for produce that is healthy and traceable."

Contacts:
Gruppo S.P.O. Zentrum
Via Di Pratignone 11
50019 - Sesto Fiorentino (FI) - Italy
Tel.: +39 055 373482
Fax: +39 055 308203
Email: info@spozentrum.it
Web: www.spozentrum.it
Storeonline: www.squisicily.it