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DessertsFerrero, new relaunch on biscuits with Kinderini
After the success of Nutella Biscuits, the group focuses heavily on breakfast
Seven years of studies, 50 million investment, over 120 new hires for the new line dedicated to Kinderini in the Balvano plant, in Basilicata. more
DessertsKellogg's Extra "Barista edition" celebrates the taste of coffee
The new reference adds to a wide line capable of satisfying the preferences of all palates
Coffee, which has always been a protagonist in Italian culture, is the non-alcoholic drink most consumed by over one in two Italians throughout the day. Symbol of conviviality, awakening and good humor,... more
DistributionVégé-Metro Italia Group: the collaboration ends
The wholesale company is accelerating its evolution towards HoReCa
VéGé Group and Metro Italia announce the conclusion of the collaboration that began in 2020. The first modern distribution group born in Italy and the international specialist company in wholesale trade i... more
IndustryNestlè: 6.5 million euros for the San Sisto plant
The structure will become the exclusive production hub of the Galak and Milkybar brands
With this investment, the company expects a 15% increase in volumes on the white chocolate bar line compared to current production as early as 2025. more
Economy and financePrivate equity bets on spanish and portuguese olive oil
Investment boom in olive groves guaranteeing big returns after prices double since early 2023
Private equity firms are taking aim at olive farms in Spain and Portugal. The reason is quickly said: because they are using new farming techniques to boost production, seeing big profits after prices... more
CoffeeIndia: the Center for Circular Economy in Coffee is born
The announcement and the opening of registrations for the World of Coffee Conference 2023 in Bangalore
Yesterday during the World Coffee Conference (Wcc 2023) promoted by the International Coffee Organization (Icc) and organized in collaboration with the Indian Government and the Coffee Board in Bangalore,... more
FairsSigep 2024: a sold out announced
90% of the exhibition spaces for the event scheduled for January 20-24 have already been sold
Sigep - The World Dolce Expo, organized by the Italian Exhibition Group, is rapidly approaching, the 45th edition of which will be held from 20 to 24 January at the Rimini fair. The event, a point of reference... more
Ice creamAnuga: Tonitto 1939 aims at the German market
During the fair in Cologne, the company will present the new protein ice creams without added sugar
From 7 to 11 October Tonitto 1939 will be among the protagonists of Anuga, the main international trade fair event for the Food & Beverage sector which constitutes a privileged meeting point between cultures... more
Frozen foodsBofrost: turnover of 146 million euros in the first half of 2023
Since the beginning of the year, the home delivery company has hired 251 new employees
In the first half of the 2023-24 business year, Bofrost Italia, an Italian home-sales company of high-quality frozen and fresh specialties, recorded a turnover of 146 million euros, with a minimal difference... more
Pasta and bakery productsBuitoni: Bella Napoli La Classica turns 30 and is renewed
The frozen pizza most loved by Italians will offer an even higher and tastier crust
Tomato, basil and stringy mozzarella: selected raw materials that combine with an extraordinary dough, crunchy at the base and soft inside, inspired by the Neapolitan tradition. It's Buitoni Bella Napoli... more
ForeignAustria: "returnable" tax will come into force from 2025
Plastic bottles and aluminum cans will be returned at a cost of 0.25 euros
The Austrian government has decreed the obligation to return disposable plastic bottles and aluminum cans. The returnable tax will come into force in 2025, its price will be set at 0.25 euros and, for... more
Fruit and vegetablesThe Lebanese tomato chasing European markets
Climate change is favoring the cultivation of a particularly competitive variety
Climate change can favor crops in hot countries or cold countries, depending on the case. For tomatoes grown on Mount Lebanon, at about 1500 meters above sea level, the increase in temperatures has multiplied... more
WinesUiv on wine imports in Latin America: CAGR of 9.2% in the last 20 years
According to a report, the region is still a small but rapidly expanding market
According to the data presented in the recent report Exportaciones mundiales de vino a América Latina, Latin America is still a small wine market but has been rapidly expanding for at least two decades,... more
MeatsCitterio at Anuga 2023 between new products and packaging
Cologne will be a launching pad for Salame Ventricina, in a format suitable for abroad
Citterio flies to Anuga 2023, one of the most important international food & beverage fairs to be held from 7 to 11 October in Cologne, where it will present its many new products launched in 2023, in... more
Mineral waters and drinksNespresso N°20: a 20-year revolution
After long experimentation, a variety with completely new sensorial qualities is born
Nespresso creates a completely new and exclusive variety of coffee, a surprising innovation resulting from 20 years of research. Meticulously selected for its unique taste and extraordinary quality, N°20... more
ForeignGrain Ukraine: Warsaw prepares "transit corridors"
"However, the ban on sales on Polish territory remains", specifies President Duda
Corridors for grain yes, imports no. This will be the line that the Polish government will take in the coming months, to protect its national agri-food product. After the diplomatic crisis experienced... more
Frozen foodsEismann appoints new CEO for Italy
Antonello Badanesi has held positions at Revlon, Henkel and L'Oréal Paris
After 23 years Giovanni Paolino leaves the position of CEO, but will continue to contribute to the future of Eismann, an international frozen food group, as a member of the board of directors.The new CEO... more
Economy and financeStock reorganization to the confectionary Salpa: the bottom comes out Equinox
A private equity fund enters: the Cherubini family remains 37% of the Umbrian company of ice cream biscuits
Stock reorganization in view of the Salpa di San Giustino (Perugia), confectionery company specializing in the production of biscuits for ice cream, decorations and gluten free products. This is anticipated... more
AgrifoodRegenerative agriculture: Tikehau Capital invests 120 million euros in Biobest
The private equity strategy was launched at the end of 2022 in collaboration with Axa and Unilever
Tikehau Capital, a global alternative asset management group, announces a €120 million investment in Biobest, a world leader in pollination and integrated biological pest and disease control. This strategic i... more
FairsAnuga: 7800 companies from 118 countries
Record for Italy, the most represented country with almost 900 companies
Böse (Koelnmesse GmbH): "Very special experience, bigger and more international show than ever." more
Economy and financeLingotto invests in agribusiness USA Indigo
Exor vehicle (Agnelli-Elkann) participates in $250 million startup investment
It’s wrong to think that John Elkann believes only in the future of healthcare. He believes, and not a little, in that of agribusiness. This is attested by the investments of his Lingotto Investment M... more
Packaging and logisticsBrambles reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 5.2%
Among the results: saving of 10 million pallets and enabling the sustainable growth of 3.85 million trees
Brambles has published its 2023 Sustainability Report, which highlights the global environmental, social and governance (ESG) results achieved during the financial year ending 30 June 2023. The Report... more
FairsAnuga Drinks: an increasingly international scope
600 companies from 31 countries in 38 pavilions, at the Cologne exhibition from 7 to 11 October
The Anuga Drinks and Anuga Hot Beverages trade shows will be in excellent shape at the next Anuga. In October 2023, around 600 companies will participate in Anuga Drinks, while Anuga Hot Beverages will... more
Economy and financeLulu group exports the made in Italy from the new hub of Malpensa
The UAE giant has activated the Malpensa World Trade Center for exports to the Middle East, India and Indonesia
Italian food and drinks will have an extra channel to reach the tables of customers in the Middle East, India and Indonesia. The new channel is called Malpensa World Trade Center in via del Gregge, in... more
ForeignGenomic techniques. Planas (EU Presidency): "We need a serious and transparent debate"
The Spanish Minister of Agriculture speaks at Comagri in Brussels
The outgoing Spanish Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Luis Planas , stated today in front of the European Parliament the importance of the common agricultural policy (CAP) to respond to current... more
Economy and financeHeineken UK expands into ready to drink
The brewery acquires a "significant minority stake" in Served, a brand founded by singer Ellie Goulding
Heineken UK acquired a "significant minority stake" in Served, a cocktail brand co-founded in 2020 by singer Ellie Goulding and brothers Dean and Ryan Ginsberg, soon becoming one of the fastest growing... more
ForeignTaiwan: expired eggs, Agriculture Minister resigns
The products had been imported to make up for their shortage in the Asian country
Taiwanese Agriculture Minister Chen Chi-chung has announced his resignation, following a series of controversies arising from an egg import program launched by the government to ease shortages of the product... more
SustainabilityAccor, with Orient Express flies to Barcelona in the wake of the Italian Bluegame
Signed the agreement: at the America’s Cup will be the BGM Hsv to support the French team sponsored by hotellerie
It was unveiled during the press conference of Sanlorenzo, in Cannes, the agreement signed between Bluegame, the segment of the shipyard in Ameglia (La Spezia) dedicated to boats under 24 meters and the... more
Economy and financeDe Angelis Food takes you regal and SaordelMar
Double acquisition for the Veronese company that aims at a consolidated turnover of over 135 million euros
De Angelis Food Group has acquired the majority package of the pasta factory of Abruzzo Regal and has brought to 100% its participation in the Padua SaordelMar, a manufacturer of fish sauces and cod. With... more
CoffeeRevolution at Evoca Group: CEO and president change
Jochen Fabritius and Dominik Halstenberg take over the roles following the resignations of Zocchi and Keough
Evoca Group, an international company in the production of professional coffee machines, based in Valbrembo in the province of Bergamo, announces three changes in the company's board of directors, effective... more
Economy and financeCsm Ingredients celebrates 100 years with new production line
2 million investment for historic Crema plant that produces margarine
Csm Ingredients, a global player specializing in the research, innovation and production of food ingredients, celebrated the 100th anniversary of its historic production facility in Crema, Cremona, Italy.... more
ForeignLondon: now even wine speaks English
UK bottle production more than tenfold in a decade. +74% of vineyard areas in 5 years
Climate change favors varieties such as Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. more
ForeignUnited Kingdom: imminent food crisis?
According to Christian Aid, climate change jeopardizes more than a fifth of imports
More than a fifth of the recurring food items in Britons' shopping trolleys are at risk, according to a new report. The reason is attributed to climate change, considered particularly devastating in countries... more
BeverageHeineken: 430 million euros to open a plant in Yucatán
The multinational debuts in Southeast Mexico with a sustainable and cutting-edge brewery
Heineken Mexico plans to invest €430 million in the creation of a new state-of-the-art brewery in Yucatán, with the ambition of expanding sustainable brewing practices and promoting community growth. Th... more
FairsMacfrut invests in India
The country is increasingly strategic for fruit and vegetables, in particular for the export of red apples, grapes and kiwis
India is an increasingly strategic country for fruit and vegetables. And also for Macfrut, so much so that the objective of the next edition of the fair is to double the number of buyers with around a... more
Economy and financeDeA Capital Alternative Funds Sgr invests in Fondo Flexible Capital
The foundations of the industrial integration project between Costa Edutainment and Opera Laboratori have been laid
The partnership between DeA Capital Alternative Funds Sgr, a company of the DeA Capital Group, and the Costa Edutainment Group is consolidated with a new financial operation through the Flexible Capital... more
CoffeeIlly, Incantalia is born
It is the name of the new Polo del Gusto store chain. First opening in Trieste
The opening of 100 stores in 5 years has been announced, leveraging franchising. more
Economy and financeIs La Piadineria for sale?
Shareholder Permira is reportedly about to put the 360 restaurant chain on the market
It's the ballet of private equity and now it's up to La Piadineria, a chain of restaurants founded in 1994 with 360 restaurants and a turnover of 200 million expected in 2023, which could be sold. According... more
SustainabilityRenewables, Ardian fund expands in southern Italy
Acquired control of ICQ, with 200 MW assets including wind, hydro and biogas
Ardian, a private markets investment firm, announces the acquisition, through Ardian clean energy evergreen fund (Aceef), of 100% of ICQ holding, a diversified portfolio of renewable energy assets located... more
ForeignWheat Ukraine: Bulgaria lifts ban, Zelensky thanks
Sofia Parliament votes for the end of the restrictions with 124 votes in favor and 69 against
Bulgaria is the first of the five Eastern countries to withdraw from restrictive measures against Ukrainian wheat. A move that is not too surprising, however destined to shuffle the cards in the European... more
Catering and hospitalityStarbucks: Howard Schultz leaves the board of directors after 36 years
His place will be taken by Chinese Wei Zhang, president of Alibaba Pictures Group
After almost forty years, Howard Schultz leaves the board of directors of Starbucks. The 70-year-old New York entrepreneur announced his farewell with immediate effect to the board of the restaurant group,... more
DessertsNestlé celebrates its 110 years in Italy with a concert
On Saturday 16 September, the NATO band will perform at the Perugina factory
On September 16th the Perugina factory will light up with music and emotions and for the occasion will host an exceptional concert in the large green area of the factory. Filling the atmosphere with magic... more
BeverageHeineken: beer remains tasty even in ice cubes
The freezing technique at -35°C adopted for the Thai and Lao market
In South East Asia it is hot all year round. So hot that someone came up with a new technology to make beer ice cubes that are 20% colder than regular ice. Heineken Star Ice was born from the collaboration... more
TechnologyArtificial intelligence to help the food chain
Possible to reduce distribution errors and waste of fresh and prepared products in the supply chain
Due to inflation, food waste in Italy along the entire supply chain - from producer to consumer - has decreased, although high numbers are still recorded between losses in the field and waste in the food... more
AgrifoodGood Economy: Sicily bets on denominations
CIA debate tomorrow in San Vito Lo Capo, in the presence of politicians and sector operators
There is an agriculture in Sicily that looks to the future with a new awareness of the values in the field: it is the Economy of Good. A complex system, also made up of small producers, which can generate... more
FairsGreat international participation for Anuga Dairy
Approximately 500 companies from 24 countries are expected to attend. There will be no shortage of vegan alternatives to dairy products
The Anuga Dairy thematic exhibition, which takes place under the Anuga umbrella, is an international point of reference for the dairy sector. A good level of registrations is already emerging for the next... more
ForeignJapan will reduce the price of imported wheat
The effects on prices are uncertain: companies are evaluating adjustments to their food products
The Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries announced last Tuesday that it will reduce the selling price of imported wheat by 11.1% compared to the April-September period, bringing it... more
Economy and financeDe Wave, first order in Saudi Arabia
$60 mln contract for "Manara" VIP area to Genovese yacht and ship interior fittings group
Genoa-based De Wave Group, which is internationally active in the fitting out of interiors (including bars, restaurants and kitchens) of cruise ships and yachts, has won an order worth more than $ 60 million... more
AgrifoodSustainability: EIB signs 15 million euro loan with CrowdFarming
The aim is to support the European food supply chain and organic farmers
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €15 million venture debt loan with CrowdFarming, an online platform that allows European farmers to sell directly to end consumers, supported by the InvestEu p... more
ForeignVon der Leyen: "Strategic dialogue on agriculture"
The EU president praises the primary sector's efforts for sustainability across the old continent
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the European Union will launch a “strategic dialogue on the future of agriculture”. He did so in his last annual State of the Union spe... more