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Economy and financeUnilever, 2023 revenues improved
Turnover at 59.6 billion Euro: food +7.7%, ice cream +2.3%
"The results show an improvement in financial performance, with the return to volume growth and the reconstruction of margins". This was said by Hein Schumacher, ceo of Unilever, presenting the results... more
Packaging and logisticsLogistic, the corridor between La Spezia and Africa is strengthened
To Fruit Logistic convention of group Tarros and harbour Authority
The logistic corridor between the Italian Ligurian port of La Spezia and North Africa is strengthened. The strengthening of the logistic connections, above all in the agri-food, between the two banks is... more
Economy and financeSocial housing: Dea Capital in new pan-European platform for student residences
Joint venture launched together with Camplus and Partners Group with the aim of 5000 beds
Partners Group, a global private equity firm, and DeA Capital Real Estate have established a new pan-European platform with Camplus, a leader in the student accommodation market in Italy. The JV will develop... more
FairsBBTech Expo: technologies and services for the entire beverage supply chain
Appointment in Rimini, from 18 to 20 February, simultaneously with Beer&Food Attraction
Support and promote the entire beverage technological supply chain. This is the objective of BBTech Expo, the professional fair of technologies and raw materials for beers and beverages of the Italian... more
ForeignBrazil increases beef and poultry sales in Russia
Ministry of Agriculture authorizes five new factories. In the sector, exports are already worth 306 million dollars a year
The Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock has announced the authorization of five more factories for the export of beef and poultry to Russia. The decision was communicated by the Federal Service... more
Cheese and dairy productsAlliance between Gran Terre and Cao Cheese in the name of pecorino
Goal is development of cheeses, in particular the Roman PDO, with foreign targets
The agreement has been signed between the Sardinian Cao Formaggi and GranTerre Group, one of the leaders in the production of Parmigiano and Grana cheese. The aim of the alliance, presented in Oristano,... more
Packaging and logisticsPackaging regulation. Filiera Italia: "Let's postpone everything to the next Commission"
CEO Scordamaglia: “New impact study announced at trialogue, but unacceptable now"
“The regulation on packaging is the worst example of an ideological, anti-scientific and instrumental proposal put forward by the European Commission, under the guise of the green transition”. With the... more
Catering and hospitalityTosca signs agreement with the British SSP
The Tuscan Excellence brand finds a "strategic pillar" in the travel channel of the British multinational
Tosca-Eccellenze toscane, the catering format recently created by the entrepreneur Pietro Nicastro, already creator with Monica Fantoni of the Löwengrube brand, has signed an agreement with SSP, Select... more
Government actsFruit Logistica: Italy confirms primacy
478 Italian companies at the Berlin fair. Growing numbers compared to post-pandemic
Agriculture's Minister visit to the stands last night: "We create wealth by exporting quality". more
MeatsFiorucci crisis: workers approve agreement by large majority
Having reduced voluntary exits to 151, the "non-opposition to dismissal" formula is adopted
Tomorrow last step with the company and the Lazio Region for the ratification of the agreement. more
VideoBayer accelerates digital innovation in agriculture
Interview with Matteo Colombo, Head of Consumer Marketing at Bayer Crop Science
Bayer was the protagonist of the 2024 edition of Fieragricola, the important international event dedicated to the world of agriculture at 360°, just concluded in Verona.The group, which received the "Innovation... more
Packaging and logisticsPackaging regulation: harm or benefit for European fruit and vegetables?
It will be discussed tomorrow at a round table at Fruitlogistica, promoted by ProFood
The legislative process of the new European packaging regulation has reached its final stage. At this stage the two highly debated proposals of the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union... more
BeverageHeineken UK launches the first classic lager with low alcohol content
His name is Foster’s Proper Shandy: he has an abv of 3%
Heineken UK has launched a new low-alcohol beer. The new reference is part of the Foster’s range and is called Foster’s Proper Shandy. The launch was planned to help retailers take advantage of the tre... more
Economy and financeCbre assists Fedrigoni in the sale of European assets for 280 million
The label company sells 400,000 sqm: the Italian part acquired by the Italian Industrial Real Estate Fund
The real estate advisor Cbre assisted Fedrigoni in the "sale and simultaneous lease" of the majority of the assets of the Group’s European industrial production portfolio. Most of the assets, 85%, are l... more
IndustryHousehold appliances crisis, even the German giant Miele fires
Cost cuts, relocation (in Poland) and reduction of 2,700 employees
By now we are getting used to it: when a company communicates that it has decided to launch a program of "efficiency", with the mind we immediately go to translate that it plans layoffs. Not an exception... more
NewsNew genomic techniques: approved by the European Parliament
The mandate passes in Strasbourg with 307 votes in favour, 263 against and 41 abstentions
Parliament adopted its position for negotiations with member states on the Commission proposal on New Genomic Techniques (NGTs), which alter the genetic material of an organism, with 307 votes to 263 and... more
SustainabilityEU Commission: greenhouse gas emissions to be reduced by 90% by 2040
“With the right policies and support, the agricultural sector can play a role in the transition”
The European Commission has published a detailed impact assessment on possible pathways to achieve the agreed objective of making the European Union climate neutral by 2050. Based on this assessment, the... more
AgrifoodEvo oil: price remains high, with peaks of 10.50 euros/kg
Certified Origins Observatory: Mediterranean producers still penalized by drought and low reserves
For the olive sector, the new year began by maintaining the market trends that characterized the end of 2023: the price of extra virgin olive oil in Italy, in fact, continues to remain high, marking peaks... more
NewsPesticides /3. Italian Agriculture's Minister: "EU implements Italy's proposals"
According to Lollobgirida, von der Leyen's decision shows that the Government's path is "correct"
"The EU Commission accepts Italy's proposals. We need to further limit agrochemicals only when we are able to protect production with alternative methods. From day one we have opposed an ideological approach... more
NewsFarmers' protest: tension in Strasbourg (outside and inside the European Parliament)
Tractors block the institutional entrance. Weber (EPP) rides the protest and is attacked by Socialists and Greens
After Brussels, the tractor protest has targeted the other crucial point of the European Union. Hundreds of agricultural vehicles blocked the entrance to the European Parliament in Strasbourg, while the... more
SustainabilityKraft-Heinz, first UK hydrogen site for Kitt Green food unit
Carlton Power invests £40 million to build a 20 MW green hydrogen plant
Kraft Heinz and Carlton Power, one of the UK’s largest energy infrastructure development companies, are partnering for a £40 million green hydrogen plant worth over 46 million Euros. Kraft Heinz Company ha... more
Economy and financeTyson foods, good results but beef is in crisis
Quarterly rise to $ 13.3 billion for the largest meat company USA: only the drop in cattle (-117 million $)
Tyson Foods posted better-than-expected results in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024. The largest US meat company has beaten market expectations regarding revenues and profits in the first quarter,... more
NewsMiddle East. Filiera Italia: "Italian agri-food can guarantee safety"
The CEO Scordamaglia spoke at the round table "Mediterranean Dialogues"
“If we really want to “Rethink security in the Middle East” we can only start from a joint and strategic action on food security with Italy as a real protagonist, transforming this area from a point of we... more
MeatsCulatello Zibello Dop: half of the production goes into trays
The Consortium: "In 2023, 1.17 million packs will be produced. This will avoid waste"
A constant growth of pre-sliced meats, with one fact above all: almost half of the culatelli produced is destined for trays. This is what the Consortium for the Protection of Culatello di Zibello Dop reiterated,... more
DistributionUber Eats escapes, 4,000 riders on the warpath
The company disappears after closing in Italy: class action of the messengers
The disengagement of Uber Eats from Italy could turn out to be a Caporetto. Announced in June 2023 and implemented in July, within a few days left 4,000 riders speechless. Who now, rightly, claim to deal... more
ForeignBrazil: clearance for expansion of beef exports to Canada
Four new green-and-gold states authorized along the foreign trade route to the North American country
After a careful analysis carried out by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the Brazilian government, through the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA), has received authorization to expand... more
FairsBeer&Food Attraction 2024: from beers to mixology, between trends and news
The event, scheduled from 18 to 20 February, will bring a sector worth 10.2 billion euros to Riminifiera
The all-round beverage industry returns as a protagonist at Beer&Food Attraction, the event organized by the Italian Exhibition Group from 18 to 20 February 2024 at the Rimini Fair. Of the 14 pavilions,... more
Ice creamGelato d'Italia acquires Giuntoli
With this operation, the Emilian company becomes the first national operator in the ice lolly sector
Gelato d'Italia - Indian, an Italian company producing ice creams and ice lollies for large-scale distribution and for the big brands in the sector, has acquired from judicial liquidation, through auction,... more
DessertsForno d'Asolo taken over by Sammontana and Investindustrial
New Italian hub with a billion turnover in frozen pastry, dessert and ice cream
BC Partners has reached an agreement for the sale of the Forno d'Asolo Group (with the Milan based Bindi), an excellent producer and distributor of frozen bakery products, to a consortium formed by Investindustrial... more
NewsFarmers in Rome: the protest comes to a head
From North to South the number of tractors is multiplying. Some would even like the musical festival stage of Sanremo
The tractor procession coordinated by Riscatto Agricolo started from Valdichiana and headed for Rome. For days, protesters had crowded into the countryside of Foiano della Chiana (Arezzo), with temporary... more
Economy and financeUK, billionaire hit for Morrisons supermarkets
The 5th British chain sells for £2.5 billion its 337 fuel stations to Motor Fuel Group
British supermarket chain Morrisons, the fifth largest chain in Britain, has signed an agreement with Mfg, Motor fuel group, the largest independent operator of petrol stations in the UK with 911 sites.... more
Economy and financeThe suitors come forward for Bindi
Rumors: Vandemoortele, Pai and Investindustrial fund
It seems that the sale of the FDA Group, that is the Bindi-Forno d'Asolo Group, one of the main players in the pastry and frozen bakery sector, is coming to a close in October 2023, BC Partners put on... more
ForeignFrance: food sovereignty will become law
A restriction on imports from Ukraine, which could include grains, is also looming
French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal (photo) is in favor of codifying food sovereignty in national law. This was stated by the prime minister himself during this morning's press conference held together... more
NewsItaly. Cultured meat bill: EU closes notification procedure early
Commission invites the Italian Government to inform it of subsequent jurisprudential developments
Lollobrigida: "Battle won by a landslide, there will be no infringement procedure or repeal of our law" more
Economy and financePlan Real Estate Sgr: two awards for Dea Capital
Savings management company awarded for Park West and Exploration and Production projects
The awards ceremony for The Plan Real Estate Award, one of the most important international awards dedicated to excellence in architecture, interior design and urban planning, took place in Milan at the... more
FairsKoelnmesse and Fiere di Parma: convergence of forces for Tuttofood
Partnership between the two entities expands: integrated trade fair reality for the agri-food market is born
Koelnmesse and Fiere di Parma proudly announce the expansion of their partnership. Having successfully collaborated in the Food-Tec industry for the past 8 years, the two organizations are now extending... more
Oils and condimentsAcetaia Giusti: turn over boosted (+25%) in 2023
The rise is driven by foreign markets, primarily Germany, which cover 60% of the turnover
Acetaia Giusti, an ancient producer of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, closes 2023 with a turnover of 17 million euros. The turnover sees a leap of 25% compared to 2022 and 57% compared to 2021. The company... more
Economy and financeMondelez accounts up for the entire 2023
The multinational company closes the fiscal year with revenues +14.7%: in the fourth quarter turnover rose by 7.1%
Mondelēz International reported the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 results to the financial community. Net revenues for the entire year increased by 14.4% to over 36 billion dollars while, for the... more
Economy and financePrivate Equity: Preziosi Food appeals to Italians and foreigners
First expressions of interest for the company of Melfi: San Carlo, Amica Chips, Pata but also pepsico and Valeo Food
Pressing on Preziosi Food is becoming increasingly intense, after private equity funds Vertis Sgr and Hat Sgr have started the sale of the brand. The first expressions of interest in the Italian food company... more
TechnologyBayer: all-round innovation is on display at Fieragricola
Thematic workshops and new digital solutions will be presented during the event
Bayer is taking part in Fieragricola, the international agricultural exhibition scheduled at Veronafiere from today until 3 February 2024. Bayer will present numerous innovations in the digital field at... more
AgrifoodHoney, fruit juices, jams, milk: there is agreement in Brussels on "breakfast directives"
EU Commission welcomes the agreement between the European Parliament and the Council
Mandatory origin labeling for honey, more transparency on the sugar content of fruit juices. more
Technologydss+: sustainability protocol with Melinda and xFarm
To develop regenerative practices in the field for more resilient agriculture /Gallery
Implement regenerative practices to ensure greater resilience of farms to climate change, resulting in positive impacts in terms of environmental and economic sustainability. This is the objective of the... more
Economy and financeSimest agrees with Confindustria Assafrica & Mediterraneo
Objective, to support investments in Africa: 200 million Euro of Italian SMEs on the table
Simest, the company for the internationalization of the companies of the Cassa depositi e prestiti Group, signed today an agreement with Confindustria Assafrica and Mediterraneo, the entrepreneurial association... more
SustainabilityCoca Cola experiments in the UK Sprite without labels
Instead of the traditional "label" a embossed logo on the front and behind the laser nutrition information
Coca-Cola experiments in Britain bottles of Sprite without a label. The pilot project starts this month and involves the temporary removal of labels from on-the-go bottles of Sprite and Sprite Zero. The... more
ForeignGermany: 1 billion euros for animal welfare from the EU
The program is aimed at small and medium-sized pig farmers but could be extended to other sectors
The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, two German schemes with a total budget of around €1 billion to improve animal welfare standards in breeding of livestock, in particular p... more
SustainabilityToo good to go fights food waste with artificial intelligence
Additional support to help groceries get rid of food surpluses in Europe and North America
Too Good To Go, a social impact company and the largest marketplace for food surpluses, decided to use artificial intelligence to help grocery retailers get rid of surpluses. The company has launched its... more
NewsWho rewards countries that fight fatty acids
Awarded the first 5 certificates for progress achieved in Denmark, Lithuania, Poland, Saudi Arabia and Thailand
For the first time in its history, the WHO, the World Health Organisation, has rewarded countries that have made progress in eliminating industrially produced trans fats. More precisely, the body awarded... more
BeverageKrombacher Italia: turnover soars (+19%) in 2023
Above all, the Horeca channel is growing. More beer in kegs (+17.5%), less in bottles (-10%)
Over 450 thousand hectoliters of beer sold, with an increase of 12% compared to 2022. Even more encouraging are the numbers regarding the turnover which stands at 6.15 million euros: +19% on an annual... more
Government actsMattei Plan. Italian Prime Minister: "3 billion euros from the Italian fund for Africa"
A new approach under the banner of "equal cooperation" inaugurated
Today's "Italy-Africa. A bridge for common growth" summit will contribute to a radical change in relations between the two shores of the Mediterranean. No more welfare, nor neocolonialist "predatory" approaches... more
Economy and financeThree Hills fund invests in Hispatec agrifood tech
Become a strategic partner of the Iberian company of agri-food technologies
Three Hills, a European fund specializing in the acquisition of stakes in mid-market companies, has decided to invest in the Spanish company of agri-food technologies Hispatec. By purchasing a minority... more