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DistributionNormal opens first stores in Italy
Danish chain with over 850 stores in 8 countries opens in RomaEst and Porta di Roma
Danish retail chain Normal arrives in Italy. Founded in 2013 in the city of Silkeborg, the company now operates a chain of over 850 stores in eight European countries (Denmark, Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands,... more
AgrifoodFAO-GCF: Over 130 Million Dollars for Sustainable Development in Kenya and Serbia
Projects to reduce carbon emissions and improve forest resilience are underway
The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved financing for two new projects worth over $130 million to strengthen climate resilience and promote sustainable development in Kenya and Serbia. The initiatives,... more
Government actsCaviar d'Aquitaine becomes PGI
EU recognises recently created and marketed French fish denomination
The European Commission has approved the inclusion of "Caviar d'Aquitaine" in the register of Protected Geographical Indications (PGI). Caviar d'Aquitaine is a caviar obtained from sturgeon eggs and salt.... more
Fruit and vegetablesMisitano & Stracuzzi: Melanie Cooksey-Stott new VP of Sales USA
Sicilian company aims to strengthen its growth in the overseas market
Misitano & Stracuzzi, a leading Italian business to business (B2B) operator active internationally in the creation, production and marketing of citrus essences mainly of natural origin and to a lesser... more
FishCallipo: turnover for the first time exceeds 100 million euros
The brand grows in the tuna in oil sector both in volume and value
2024 ended with an important milestone for the Callipo Group: for the first time in 112 years, the turnover exceeded 100 million euros. The group, which employs over 420 workers overall, includes, in addition... more
MeatsChistorra de Navarra PGI: Spanish agri-food strategy
Traditional sausage with a centuries-old history officially presented to the Ministry of Agriculture
After being included last October in the European Union's register of geographical indications (read the EFA News article), the Chistorra de Navarra PGI has now been officially presented to the Spanish... more
FairsGulfood 2025: Made in Italy continues to grow in the United Arab Emirates
Among the sectors with the greatest growth, beverages, liqueurs and vinegars stand out (+32%)
Zoppas (Ice Agency) and Ambassador Fanara attend the inauguration of the Italian Food Lab in Dubai. more
Economy and financeNestle "immune" from any Trump tariffs?
Laurent Freixe: "we are in a privileged position: we produce where we sell"
"We are in a unique and privileged position that allows us to resist significant movements". That’s what Nestlé ceo Laurent Friexe said, suggesting that the world’s largest food producer is "immune" to t... more
TraditionsYou’re as calm as a cucumber
Selection of some international gastronomic expressions among the most curious
From being as calm as a cucumber to sociable as rice: 7 gastronomic compliments from the world to say "you are special" In many cultures, food takes on a strong symbolic value for its ability to evoke... more
DessertsSammontana sells 100% of Lizzi to Vandermoortele
The company specializing in baked goods was part of Forno d'Asolo since 2019
Sammontana Italia Group has announced the signing of a binding agreement with the Vandemoortele group for the sale of 100% of the share capital of Lizzi, a Milanese company specializing in sweet and savoury... more
NewsItalian Cuisine: Amerigo Vespucci, a Driving Force for the Unesco Candidacy
Nave Scuola stops in Alexandria, Egypt, with events dedicated to Italian gastronomy
Agriculture's Minister Lollobrigida: "The crew is a living testimony to the team play that can make our nation great in the world". more
DessertsFerrero: consolidated turnover rises to 18.4 billion euros
Capital investments reach 958 million euros (+18%), driven by the USA, Italy, Germany and Chile
The Ferrero Group, through its holding company Ferrero International SA, has approved the Consolidated Financial Statements for the 2023/2024 financial year, as of August 31, 2024. The Group closed the... more
FairsKoelnmesse closes 2024 and challenges 2025
The business will close at €369.5 million with profits of €20 million: a year full of events starting from Confex
Koelnmesse challenges the economic crisis and launches into a solid fiscal year 2025. Based on preliminary data, Koelnmesse will achieve a turnover of approximately 365 million euros, slightly below the... more
WinesWine: 2024 confirms negative trend in global consumption
In Italy, purchases are growing more than average, especially thanks to sparkling wines
After a 2023 that had seen a significant reduction in global wine consumption (following the euphoria recorded the previous year by consumers around the world in response to the end of the pandemic), 2024... more
FairsBeer&Food Attraction/3. Conserve Italia presents its new products
The cooperative group's stand will tell the story of the 100% Italian agricultural supply chain
Conserve Italia, a leader in the agri-food sector and a point of reference for out-of-home in Italy, will be a protagonist with its Horeca Division at Beer&Food Attraction 2025 – The Eating Out Experience S... more
FairsBeer&Food Attraction /2. 130 foreign buyers expected from 47 countries
Five thematic areas and a "Mixology Circus" among the highlights of the event
Beer&Food Attraction confirms itself as an important business and networking platform, also internationally. 130 foreign buyers from 47 countries are expected, with a strong European component. Spain,... more
FairsBeer&Food Attraction 2025: Ribbon Cutting next Sunday with 600 Exhibitors
1217 brands and 170 new companies join the international beverage and foodservice fair
The Bar&Beverage industry sector is ready for Beer&Food Attraction, the B2B event organized by Italian Exhibition Group at Fiera di Rimini from Sunday 16 to Tuesday 18 February. The event, which has expanded... more
SustainabilityEnergy saving: Barilla turns off the lights of its headquarters
Group continues its commitment to renewable sources and joins the "M'Illumino di Meno" campaign
For Barilla, sustainability is not a strategy, but the principle that has guided the company since 1877. For this very reason, the company seizes every opportunity to promote the culture of sustainability,... more
DessertsFerrero: consolidated turnover rises to 18.4 billion euros
Capital investments reach 958 million euros (+18%), driven by the USA, Italy, Germany and Chile
The Ferrero Group, through its holding company Ferrero International SA, has approved the Consolidated Financial Statements for the 2023/2024 financial year, as of August 31, 2024. The Group closed the... more
Economy and financeNestlé /2. Solid growth for Sanpellegrino
Three Coffee Brands Drive Swiss Food Giant's Profits in 2024
As part of its 2024 financial statement presentation (read EFA News ), Nestlé also reported organic growth figures by product. Coffee was the largest contributor with mid-single-digit growth, driven by... more
Economy and financeUnilever shares ice cream in Amsterdam, London and New York
So said the CEO Schumacher presenting 2024 closed with overall sales +4.2%
Unilever’s 2024 results "reflect a year of significant activity". He said to the data ceo Hein Schumacher according to which the company, last year, focused on "the transformation of Unilever in a business w... more
Cheese and dairy productsGrana Padano under the spotlight at the 30th edition of Gulfood in Dubai
Daily tastings of 16-month aged product and 20-24-month Riserva are scheduled
From 17 to 21 February, the Consorzio Tutela Grana Padano will be present at the Gulfood Exhibition at the World Trade Centre in Dubai. Now in its 30th edition, the fair is confirmed as the largest annual... more
Economy and financeNestlé: Organic growth at 2.2% and sales down in 2024
Freixe (CEO): "Investments supported by our new cost saving program"
"In a difficult macroeconomic environment and a weak consumer environment," Nestlé achieved a "solid performance" in 2024, in line with the company's latest estimates, according to the group's CEO Laurent... more
Veg worldAmadori innovates the "Veggy" range
The product line has been extended and can now boast vegetable proteins from 100% Italian legumes
After being the first company in its sector to enter the plant-based market, Amadori has reached another important milestone, extending its supply chain culture to its “Veggy” line, which can now boast veg... more
Economy and financeCarrefour aims to take over the entire Brazilian branch
The French supermarket chain (67% of Atacadao SA-Carrefour Brazil) would pay €880 million
Carrefour is planning to take over its entire Brazilian unit, Atacadao SA, also known as Carrefour Brazil. The same French supermarket chain confirmed this in a press release "announces its intention to... more
Conserved and jamsCasalasco acquires Pummarò, Polpabella and Sugo Lampo brands from Star
New coup for the group after the closing of the agreement with Unilever for “Knorr Tomato al Gusto”
New acquisition for Casalasco Group. The agreement for the transfer of the business unit relating to the Pummarò, Polpabella and Sugo Lampo brands from Star Alimentare SpA (part of the GB Foods Group)... more
Government actsEU Commission: Three new names approved
Walloon honey, a Finnish pancake and Cavaillon melon have been included in the IGP register
The European Commission has approved the inclusion of the following three products in the register of Protected Geographical Indications (PGI). The first is Walloon Honey, from production hives located... more
PetfoodPurina: "Wet Pyramids" for Cats on the Rise
Brand Nestlé Announces Plan for Wider Distribution by 2026
Nestlé Purina PetCare is expanding its innovative pyramid-shaped wet cat food in Europe and the United States, as Nestlé focuses on “fewer, bigger, better” innovations for greater commercial impact. In Eu... more
Economy and financeDigital payments. PayGlobe buys Moneynet
Fintech takes over 60% of digital payment company from Ivs Group
The fintech company PayGlobe, indirectly controlled by Dario Pardi through GUM Group Spa, announced the acquisition of 60% of Moneynet, with over 25 years experience in the electronic payments market,... more
TechnologyCredit Agricole, 6 million Euros for Krill Design
Investment with Algebris and Primo Capital in the start-up of biomaterials alternative to plastic
Krill Design, an innovative startup leader in the transformation of organic by-products into sustainable biomaterials, announces that it has obtained a 6 million Euro investment from Algebris Investments,... more
Catering and hospitalityPoke House: Martin Brok appointed Chairman
He will support CEO Matteo Pichi in the plan to strengthen foreign markets
Poke House, a global operator in the poke bowl and healthy food segment, announces the appointment of Martin Brok as Chairman of the Board of Directors, who will work alongside Matteo Pichi who holds the... more
WinesToscana Wine Igt: 89 million bottles produced in 2024
Turnover around half a billion euros, of which 69% destined for export
Preview time for Toscana Igt wine, which on February 20 will be the protagonist of L'Altra Toscana, the tasting event reserved for the press and industry professionals scheduled at the Palazzo degli Affari... more
FairsBeer & Food Attraction: Spanino (Italia Alimentari) in the foreground
Cremonini Group brands at the professional "out of home" fair to present the 2025 novelties
The Snack division of Italia Alimentari, with the Spanino brand and products, will be present – from 16 to 18 February – at the 9th edition of Beer & Food Attraction at the Expo Centre in Rimini. The fai... more
Ice creamTonitto 1939: 2024 turnover rises to 16.2 million euros (+13%)
Company invests in Peru, Vietnam, Taiwan, Oman and aims to consolidate in China
Tonitto 1939, a company in the sorbet, sugar-free ice cream and "special" ice cream sectors such as High Protein and Vegan, achieved a turnover of 16.2 million euros in 2024, with a growth of 13% compared... more
FishTuna: EU-Cape Verde agreement for regulated activity
56 French, Spanish and Portuguese vessels will be able to fish up to 7,000 tons by 2029
56 EU vessels have been authorised to fish for tuna and tuna-like species over the next five years in Cape Verdean waters, under an updated fisheries agreement. Specifically, these are 24 freezer tuna... more
Veg worldDole launches recycled green banana powder
Partnership signed with Givaudan to distribute in the European and American markets
Dole, the fruit and vegetable multinational, has signed a partnership agreement with Givaudan to distribute green banana powder. This is the recycled ingredient called Green Banana Powder produced by Dole... more
Cheese and dairy productsSoresina dairy, 125 years of constant growth
Grana Padano’s first producer celebrates with spectacular figures
Year 2024 closed with a consolidated group of 600 million euros. The export turnover grew to 141 million more
AgrifoodSicilian branches joined to Pachino (SR)
Tomorrow focus on wine, tomato, blue fish and red tuna, quality forges for the export of the island
There are excellent productions that from Sicily, a quality factory, reach the whole world and have the same epicenter: Pachino in the province of Syracuse. Among them, wine, tomatoes, blue fish and bluefin... more
Packaging and logisticsEU: New Packaging Regulation Comes Into Force
The aim is to develop a single market for waste, secondary and reusable materials.
The European Regulation on packaging and packaging waste enters into force with new measures to further address the environmental challenges caused by excessive packaging. The measure aims to "significantly... more
FairsMacfrut 2025: what biosolutions for quality peaches?
International congress with experiences from all over the world scheduled at Riminifiera, from 6 to 8 May
“What biosolutions for quality peaches?”. This is the theme at the center of the International Congress scheduled for the next edition of Macfrut, the international trade fair for the fruit and vegetable sup... more
BeverageVelier consolidates partnership with Fever-Tree on the Italian market
The Genoese importer and the brand of the soda's range renew their multi-year distribution contract
Independent importer and distributor Velier, founded in Genoa in 1947, and mixer giant Fever-Tree are strengthening their partnership on the Italian market, formalizing the renewal of their distribution... more
FairsBeer&Food Attraction: The European showcase of the Beverage & Bar Industry grows
Beer sector represented at 360 degrees, with a complete offer, from craft brewers to large multinationals
Beer&Food Attraction 2025 is the stage of choice for the entire beer sector and from 16 to 18 February it will bring together national and European producers, distributors and professionals at the Rimini... more
Economy and financeChinese markets rise as consumption growth boosts Shanghai and Shenzhen
Strong contribution from Lunar New Year: retail and catering trade up; 500 million tourist trips
Government increases subsidies for consumer goods: sales of refrigerators and household appliances rise more
FairsBeer&Food Attraction 2025: the essential role of meat
"In Europe we care for Beef" project on display during the Rimini event
The In Europe we care for Beef project, promoted by Aop Italia Zootecnica and funded by the European Union, will participate in the next edition of Beer&Food Attraction, the reference fair for the Out... more
Fruit and vegetablesApples. Vog Consortium turns 80
Anniversary celebrated at Fruitlogistica
2025 marks an important anniversary for VOG – Home of apples: 80 years dedicated to the origin, expertise, sustainability and development of products and brands to grow the apple sector. A note, on the o... more
VideoRegenerative agriculture according to Bayer
Interview with Patrick Gerlich, Managing Director of Crop Science Italy
The 22nd edition of the Forum Impresa Persona Agroalimentare event, held in Milano Marittima (Ravenna), hosted Bayer, a lead actor in the prominent event. The Italian manager of Crop Science branch, Patrick... more
DessertsLotus Bakeries: 2024 revenue on the rise, driven by Biscoff
The only obstacle to the profits of the Belgian biscuit factory is the temporary limitation of the production units
After a 2024 closed with a record turnover (1.23 billion euros), Lotus Bakeries is confident in its flagship brand, but there are obstacles. Biscoff is a brand of biscuits widespread throughout the world,... more
Packaging and logisticsIlpra: Stefano Bertocco new general manager
He joins his father Maurizio at the top of the food packaging group
Ilpra, a Pavia-based company listed on the EGM segment of the Italian Stock Exchange, has announced the appointment of Stefano Bertocco as its new General Manager, a move that, according to a statement,... more
ForeignChina-Kyrgyzstan: Technical tests for agro-trade cooperation
Asian country aims for more efficient infrastructure and modernization of plants
Among China's new agro-trade partners is also Kyrgyzstan. Deputy Prime Minister of the Central Asian country Bakyt Torobaev held a series of meetings with representatives of Chinese companies and organizations... more
NewsHelicopter crash in Parma, Italy: Lorenzo Rovagnati's death confirmed
CEO of the well-known ham and sausage company leaves behind a wife, two children, a third on the way
The identity of one of the three victims of the accident involving an A-109 GrandNew helicopter, registration I-CPFL, which crashed in Castel Guelfo, a hamlet of Noceto, in the province of Parma, on the... more