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Fruit and vegetablesFruttagel closes 2020 with a slight decline
Turnover of 129 million, exploits of vegetable drinks (+ 17%).
The export share of the Ravenna cooperative stands at 7% of revenues. more
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Catering and hospitalityStart up: Miscusi is financed with another 20 million
The company owned by Angelo Moratti convinces the American Kitchen Fund
New loan of 20 million euros for Miscusi, the Italian brand of chain restaurants specialized in pasta, with 11 restaurants in six cities. The figure comes from a further round of Mip, the venture capital... more
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Economy and financeThe M&A of Food & Beverage suffers little from Covid
Accordinng to Pwc, + 36.3% value of operations in 2020, + 207% Italy
Mergers and acquisitions in the Food & Beverage sector suffered little from the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. According to an analysis carried out by Pwc, in 2020 the sector recorded, globally, an... more
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Fairs"La Via delle Erbe" at Sana fair from 9 to 12 September
Fire will be the leitmotif of the 2021 initiative
Launched by Siste in collaboration with the association of herbalist technicians of the University of Turin Altea and with Sana (international organic fair), La Via delle Erbe aims to raise awareness of... more
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IndustryConsorzi Agrari d'Italia chooses Microsoft
The cloud to support the sustainable development of the agri-food sector
Cai, Consorzi Agrari d'Italia, has chosen Microsoft's cloud solutions to standardize the management and optimize the operations of a complex, geographically extensive and highly heterogeneous organization,... more
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IndustryGuala Pack acquires the Easysnap Technology single-dose sachet company
An operation aimed at increasing productivity, innovation and sustainability
Guala Pack SpA announces the acquisition of the majority stake in Easysnap Technology, a leading company in the Italian packaging Valley, known for having patented the Easysnap technology, an innovative... more
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Studies and researchClimate change and plant diseases
Agroinnova at the forefront of the international studio that closes the IYPH
Eleven researchers from all over the world have been asked to take stock of the studies conducted to date on the relationship between plant diseases and climate change and to design a strategy that is... more
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IndustryRizzoli Emanuelli turns 115 years
Celebrate with a new logo and the expansion of the Parma production plant
Rizzoli Emanuelli, the oldest Italian fish preserves company, turns 115. It was founded in Parma in June 1906 by the brothers Luigi and Emilio Zefirino Rizzoli together with Aldo and Antonietta Emanuelli,... more
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NewsImpaqt, the project funded by the EU's Horizon 2020 program
Launches training on intelligent management tools for aquaculture systems
During the month of May 2021, Impaqt (intelligent Management Systems for Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture) launched an online training in Mooc format, with contents organized in 3 modules, covering... more
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IndustryCarlsberg Group renews its commitment to the environment
Inaugurated a new and innovative water recycling plant
World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5, this year dedicated to the theme of "restoring ecosystems", with the aim of raising public awareness on the importance of finding solutions that regenerate... more
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WinesCarpenè Malvolti grew in 2020 in volumes and turnover
Scimone (dg): "The research and innovation activity has never stopped: three new sparkling wine selections are born"
Exclusive interview with the CEO of the Conegliano company, who has just carried out an accurate restyling of the historic logo and coordinated image. more
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ForeignSuperior Taste Award 2021: 2,218 awards, including food and drinks
Two products in Italy have obtained the special Crystal Award/Video awards
Among the various winners, Amigos Caffè from Trieste, Dolomia water from Sorgente Valcimoliana, bakery products from Dolciaria Acquaviva, cheeses from Latterie Venete, pesto from Pra'(Bruzzone and Ferrari), Raspini cured meats and fruit from OpArmonia. more
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MeatsCyber attack on multinational meat company Jbs
Filiera Italia: "For the US, China and Russia food security priority of national security, Europe should open your eyes"
The news came directly from JBS, who communicated through a note that he was the victim of an "organized attack on cyber security". It was the North American and Australian IT systems that were specifically... more
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Cheese and dairy productsEU: Estonia registers Sõir Igp
With this recognition, all EU countries have certified GI products
First recognition of an agri-food Geographical Indication for Estonia: the certification of GIs as an instrument for the enhancement and protection of the territory continues in Europe; on 31 may the registration of the first African DOP more
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Mineral waters and drinksFerrarelle: 2020 turnover slightly down
However, sales volumes and EBITDA grow
Ferrarelle closed 2020 with a turnover of 204 million, down from 210.4 million in 2019, but with an increase of 3.3% in liters of water sold. EBITDA amounted to 16.1 million and recorded an increase of... more
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IndustryUK: Ferrero related company agreement to acquire Burton's Biscuit
From Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board
The Ferrero CTH related Company today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Burton’s Biscuit Company (“Burton’s”) from Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board (“Ontario Teachers’”)... more
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NewsThe first African PDO recognized by the EU arrives
Rooibos PDO/Red Bush PDO registered in the Ig Ue list
The European strategy for the enlargement of the Geographical Indications system continues successfully, also through the recognition of non-EU products more
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WinesBardolino Dop Chiaretto: the emoticon dedicated to pink wine has been presented
Request forwarded to Unicode Consortium to "end the marginalization of rosé"
In support of the initiative, which also asks for an icon for this new global trend phenomenon, a petition is added during "100 Note in Rosa" more
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Oils and condimentsInternational Olive Council: first contacts with Pakistan
Videoconference tests the feasibility of the Asian country's entry into the Coi
The International Olive Council (Coi) has contacted Pakistan in recent days to inquire about its development plans for the national olive sector, agreeing to hold a virtual meeting on the issue. On May... more
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Mineral waters and drinksFonti Italiane takes over Pejo and Goccia di Carnia
The two brands come under the control of the private equity Orienta Capital Partners
Club Deal Fonti Italiane Srl, vehicle of Orienta Capital Partners, a private equity company specializing in investments in Italian SMEs, has acquired the absolute majority (57.8%) of Cristallina Holding... more
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IndustryValpizza acquires La Pizza +1
Second operation in a few days for the subsidiary of Aksìa Group
Another acquisition in less than two weeks for Valpizza, the subsidiary of Aksìa Capital V, a fund managed by Aksìa Group, which is thus establishing a new national pole for the production of industrial p... more
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IndustryMaschio Gaspardio (agricultural machinery) is financed with Italian Guarantee
Collected 120 million euros, of which 76 guaranteed by Sace
The Maschio Gaspardo Group, leader in the production of agricultural machinery and equipment, has signed an important financing agreement for a total of 120 million euros, of which 76 million assisted... more
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Economy and financeFrankly Bubble Tea: one million euro capital increase
Objectives: development on the territory and digitalization of the business
Frankly, the Italian Bubble Tea chain with a strong international footprint, announces that it has closed a capital increase of one million euros to further develop its business in Italy. The objectives... more
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FairsThe Italy of wine toasts the restart
The Wine Buyers Summit, the first international fair in presence post Covid, is starting
Italia del vino toasts the restart, with the first international fair in attendance, to inaugurate after the Covid emergency, dedicated to Italian producers and exports: the event is Wine Buyers Summit,... more
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Economy and financeFoodiverse reaches €311 million in turnover in 2020
The Group has reported an annual growth rate of 6.7% over the past 5 years
Foodiverse, a multinational company with experience in the production of fresh and healthy foods in 2020, achieved a total turnover of 311 million Euros, reporting a small decrease of 3.9% compared to... more
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ForeignUsa: Sysco announces agreement for the purchase of Greco and Sons
One of the main independent distributors of Italian specialties in the States
Sysco announced in recent days that it has entered into an agreement for the acquisition of Greco and Sons, one of the main independent distributors of Italian specialties in the States, taking over from... more
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IndustryAli Group makes $3.3 bln cash bid for U.S. rival Welbilt
The proposal topps a buyout bid made by rival Middleby Corp last month
In response to media reports, the Italian Ali Holding S.r.l. (Ali Group, with important brands, like Carpigiani, Rancilio, etc), one of the largest and most diversified global leaders in the foodservice... more
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Economy and financeRiello Investimenti Partners expands into Venture Capital
Linfa Ventures is born, the first new generation Italian AgriFood fund
Riello Investimenti Partners Sgr expands into Venture Capital. The launch of this new asset class - which joins Private Equity and Private Debt - takes place through the promotion of Linfa Ventures, the... more
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ForeignSpain: food and beverage industry resists Covid impact
The 2020 Economic Report of the Iberian Fiab
In Spain, as evidenced by the 2020 Economic Report of the Spanish Federation of Food and Beverage Industries (FIAB), the food and beverage sector has shown great resilience to the impact of the pandemic,... more
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DistributionPuma and Haribo create a line of sneakers and clothing
Here comes the collection inspired by the famous golden bears
The new collaboration between Puma and Haribo gives life to a collection of sneakers and clothing. The team of the sporting goods company took inspiration from the iconic golden bears and the brand's packaging,... more
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Studies and researchSustainability in agri-food for the Italian GenZ
Trust in made in Italy, Dop and Igp products and attention to the environment
This is what emerges from the study conducted by AstraRicerche for McDonald's Italy. more
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IndustryEat Just: $170 million for Good Meat expansion
The fake meat company is preparing to enter the US market
Eat Just has raised $ 170 million in funding for the expansion of its Good Meat cultured meat division, and is preparing for entry into the US market. With the transaction, Good Meat becomes a subsidiary... more
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IndustrySaputo: two new acquisitions in the dairy alternatives sector
A total investment of 72.6 million dollars
The Montreal-based dairy company Saputo has announced two strategic acquisitions in the dairy alternatives and value-added ingredients sectors, for a total investment of 187 million Cad (approximately... more
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IndustryMarfrig acquires a quarter of the Brf shares
An operation of approximately 800 million dollars
The Brazilian meat company Marfrig has acquired a minority stake of 24% of the local competitor Brf. The shares were purchased for approximately $ 800 million, as confirmed by Reuters. Marfrig explained... more
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Catering and hospitalityAutogrill launches veg sandwich in collaboration with Nestlé
Wowburger is born from a new partnership
It is a sandwich that contains the vegetable burger made by Nestlé and developed for Autogrill, in a special version, by chef Simone Salvini. more
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IndustryMondelēz eats Chipita for $ 2 billion
Greek company specializing in baked goods (croissants and snacks) in Central-Eastern Europe
Mondelēz International announced the acquisition of Hellenic company Chipita Sa, a major player in the croissant and baked snack category in Central and Eastern Europe, for $ 2 billion. Chipita was founded... more
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NewsFood Summit UN, the Mediterranean diet at risk?
Vacondio: "Behind health and the environment lies the assault on market shares in Italy's food"
From attacks on our eating style to the Nutri-Score: the president of Federalimentare across the board in a long interview in Il Sole 24 Ore. more
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Economy and financeValpizza (Aksìa) takes over the Apulian C&D
The company produces pre-fried frozen gastronomic specialties from the oven
Aksìa Capital V, a fund managed by Aksìa Group SGR, has acquired - through the subsidiary Valpizza - C&D Srl, an Apulian company leader in the production of pre-fried frozen gastronomic specialties. T... more
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Economy and financeConsorzi Agrari d'Italia: the first balance sheet approved
Cai closed with a profit of over 6 million euros
On 25 May 2021, the assembly of the members of Consorzi Agrari d'Italia (Cai) was held at the headquarters of Cai in route Ventiquattro Maggio in Rome. The meeting approved the first financial statements... more
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Import-exportUnifrutti lemons: segmented demand satisfied all year round
Imports with edible peel in counter-season tripled
Covid-19 accelerated the consumption trend of all citrus fruits around the world in 2020 and in the case of lemons, the acceleration did not concern only the quantities, but also the segmentation of consumer... more
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Economy and financeAutogrill approved data for the first four months
January-April revenues to 530 million (-45%)
The board of directors of Autogrill SpA examined and approved the consolidated revenue figures for the first four months to 30 April 2021. Autogrill recorded revenues of € 530.7 million from 962.6 million i... more
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WinesFedervini: Micaela Pallini is the new president
She replaces Sandro Boscaini. All the leaders of the association have been renewed
The General Assembly of Federvini, the Italian confindustrial association of producers of wines, spirits and vinegars, today elected the new leaders: Micaela Pallini (Pallini), former President of the... more
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IndustrySweet Products Group winks at the Cémoi chocolaterie
Negotiations are underway for a Franco-Belgian business marriage
If the "wedding" takes place, the impact on the chocolate market, not only in Europe, will be strong: the new entity will invoice 1.2 billion euros, employ 5,000 people and manage 24 production plants in Europe, the United States and England and Ivory Coast more
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ForeignAB InBev ratifies investments in Chile
Open challenge to the dominance of the Compañía de Cervecerías Unidas (Luksic-Heineken)
The beer giant AB InBev (ABI) has ratified its new investments in Chile. According to what Ice da Santiago reports today on "Diario Financiero", the main challenge is to increase its participation in the... more
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ForeignFood: the crucial role of Edb in Bahrain
Objective: to develop local production but also to increase foreign investments in the Kingdom
The Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) will play a crucial role in the strategy that aims to secure the Kingdom's food supply, according to Khalid Humaidan, Chief Executive of the EDB. “Bahrain i... more
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Fruit and vegetablesOrsero Group strengthens its commitment to sustainability
Resolution to draw up a multi-year ESG strategic plan, new corporate function dedicated, and implementation of a digital platform
The Orsero Group, one of the most important European groups active in the fruit and vegetable sector, achieves another important step on the path to its growth in terms of environmental sustainability,... more
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WinesReopenings, wine events in attendance are back
Fattoria Colle di Trequanda, in the Crete Senesi, presented the program of visits
A summer Wine Experience in Tuscany of great red wines, guests of the sixteenth-century rural village of the Fattoria del Colle di Trequanda, overlooking the suggestive Crete Senesi. A new and unique program... more
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IndustryFerrero: agreement with Falck Renewables for clean energy
The Alba group aims to source 100% from renewable sources
Ferrero has signed a Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Falck Renewables, an international operator in the field of renewable energy, to produce and feed into the grid 100% renewable green electricity,... more
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ForeignThe importance of GD in the Brazilian economy
The Carrefour Group ranks 1st in terms of turnover according to the ABRAS/SuperHiper 2021 yearbook
According to the ABRAS / SuperHiper 2021 yearbook, published last May 20 by the Brazilian Association of Supermarkets (ABRAS), the sector, which brings together 3 million direct and indirect employees... more
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MeatsProsciutto Toscano PDO conquering the USA
As part of the "Cut & Share" project
For PDO, the United States, together with the United Kingdom, represent the main non-EU market, with a share of 15% of the total export turnover. more