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Studies and researchVitalis Prima, the diet of breeders and fry
Skretting's new nutritional solution, meets the needs of farmers
Launched globally, Vitalis Prima is Skretting's new marine breeder nutritional solution that supports spawning and fry health. The product that replaces Vitalis Cal, incorporates some of the latest technologies... more
DistributionThird quarter Kraft Heinz, sales growth in all sectors
Up 6%, reached $ 6.44 billion thanks to "at home" consumption
The Kraft Heinz business report for Q3 2020 shows net sales growth across all six consumer platforms as families continue to eat and cook more at home. Thanks to sustained at-home consumption in the third... more
ForeignMcDonald's hires a new chief diversity officer
Reginald Miller will become the company's head of equity and diversity inclusion
McDonald's has hired a new chief diversity officer. From November 9, Reginald Miller will become the company's global head of equity and diversity inclusion. Miller was previously the Head of Diversity... more
ForeignMondelēz International 3Q2020 results
Net revenues + 4.9%, gross profit increased by 276 million dollars
Mondelēz International, today reported the company results for the third quarter of 2020. "Our third quarter performance was strong across all key metrics, with broad-based revenue growth as demand remained... more
Studies and researchSlaughter of cattle: assessment of welfare problems
Efsa: 40 hazards identified that could occur during killing
EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) has published an assessment of the welfare of cattle at the time of slaughter based on current scientific studies and research. The recent scientific opinion is part... more
ForeignItalian companies at the China International Import Expo
Ferrero too at the Shangai's show, with 8 new products
An Italian business delegation will participate in the third edition of the China International Import Expo (CIIE) with over 80 exhibitors. "The Italian companies involved in the exhibition this year are... more
BeverageAB InBev: sales increase, +12.8 billion dollars in the third quarter
Positive performance in Brazil and the United States, Colombia and South Africa in down
AB InBev recorded an improvement in the number of sales in the third quarter, driven by the continued strength of the premiumisation trend with innovations such as seltzer Bud Light having a positive impact... more
BeverageMexico, boom in sugary drinks
Lighthouse of the international press on health impacts
"Mexico is the country where the most sugary drinks are drunk in the world and three quarters of its inhabitants are overweight", is what emerges from data from Statista, a German web portal for statistics.... more
IndustryBranca International presents the "Sustainability and Awareness Report 2019"
Positive results in terms of economic efficiency, environmental and social protection
Branca International, a company operating in the alcoholic beverages sector, today presented its 2019 sustainability and awareness report. The Group, which has developed over the years according to the... more
IndustryElica recovers in the 3rd quarter
But the pandemic weighs on revenues in the first 9 months (-13.2%)
The group, based in Marche Region, is specialized in the production of hoods and kitchen tops. more
Packaging and logisticsRomagnoli: Potatoes 100% eco-friendly
Experimentation with the University of Tuscia and Legambiente
Romagnoli F.lli Spa continues the path of research and innovation with a view to sustainability for the entire potato supply chain, in which the company operates from sowing to marketing and announces... more
CoffeeGlobal Coffee Festival: Lavazza official sponsor of the sustainability channel
Preview of "La Reserva de iTierra!", Colombian blend
Lavazza will be the official sponsor of the sustainability channel of the Global Coffee Festival. A single event that simultaneously involves 12 cities around the world with 12 hours of non-stop live streaming.... more
IndustryFerrero and Climate Change: new 2030 sustainability goal
Latest evolution of the "Care for the Better" commitment
The Ferrero Group has published its 11th sustainability report as the latest evolution of its "Care for the Better" commitment. In the Report, Ferrero outlines ambitious new goals to reduce its carbon... more
BeverageHeineken will purchase the Asahi brands
It brings together the Strongbow global portfolio
Heineken has signed an agreement to acquire five beer and cider brands from Asahi Beverages, an operation that will meet the conditions for Asahi's purchase of Carlton & United Breweries (Cub). The condition... more
FairsFieravicola 2021: presentations in North Africa and Russia
The first international webinairs start at the end of November
With the start of the commercial campaign, the organizational machine committed to creating the 2021 edition of Fieravicola, which will be held in the Rimini exhibition center from 4 to 6 May next year,... more
Economy and financeMichal Ron (Sace) elected president of the Berne Union
The challenge: to find strategies to support exporters and banks in our economic context
Michal Ron , Sace's chief International officer, was elected president of the Berne Union (International Union of Export Credit and Investment Insurers). The non-profit association currently represents... more
LiqueursDiageo acquires the British company Chase Distillery
Objective: to grow economically in the premium spirits category
Diageo has officially finalized the acquisition Chase Distillery, a British producer of gin and vodka, with the aim of growing economically in the premium spirits category. Founded in 2008 by William Chase,... more
BeverageGuinness 0.0 is born: zero alcohol, fewer calories
Launch on international markets scheduled for the end of 2021
The British multinational Diageo launches a new alcohol-free variant of Guinness beer on the market. The new beer is expected to arrive at the end of this month, after a long four-year development process.... more
Cheese and dairy productsFrance. Danone invests in "organic infant milk"
New 25 million Euro organic milk plant
The Danone company has announced its plans to build a new plant for the production of organic baby milk in France, in order to meet the growing demand from French consumers for organic products. An investment... more
FairsInterpoma goes online with "Business Match"
The virtual event that connects the apple world
The world of apples moves online due to the health emergency from Covid-19, and Fiera Bolzano launches the Interpoma Business Match initiative for the first time. This is an online brokerage event, scheduled... more
Conserved and jamsGiglio Group brings Mutti to China
Implement the marketing strategy, promotion and distribution of products overseas
Giglio Group SpA, a company engaged in Italy in the design, construction and management of e-commerce platforms with high added value and listed in the Star segment of the Italian stock exchange (Ticker... more
Packaging and logisticsBrambles: regenerative supply chains by 2025
New vision and new objectives in terms of sustainability
Brambles, the supply chain solutions company operating under the Chep brand, has launched a new five-year sustainability program. Using its circular operating model, the company intends to transform the... more
CoffeeJde Peet's invests in new aluminum coffee capsules
A production capacity of + 60% is estimated
Jde Peet's, one of the largest pure coffee and tea groups in the world by revenue, today announced its intention to invest 110 million Euros (129.2 million dollars) in its global supply network through... more
BeverageRémy Cointreau acquires a stake in Champagne J. de Telmont
The details of the agreement on inventory, assets and vineyards
Rémy Cointreau, a French company engaged in the production and marketing of cognac, liqueurs and champagne, has acquired a majority stake from the champagne producer, Champagne J. de Telmont, for an undisclosed... more
BeverageNew acquisition for Carlsberg in Germany
Addition of the Wernesgrüner brewery and brand
The Carlsberg Group has signed an agreement with Bitburger Braugruppe, for the acquisition of the Wernesgrüner brewery in Saxony, Germany. The economic amount of the transaction was not disclosed. The... more
MeatsJBS parent company pleads guilty in bribery cases
Plea bargain in the US with fines of over 283 million dollars
The United States Department of Justice announced that J&F Investimentos, a Brazilian-based investment firm of which meat and poultry producer JBS is a part, has agreed to pay a $ 256,497,026 penalty for... more
Press releaseKellyDeli Launches Fundraiser To Support "Action Against Hunger"
Sushi protagonist in the Instagram campaign #passitwiththechops
Tomorrow, Friday 16 October, the KellyDeli campaign, the company that owns the Sushi Daily brand, will start raising funds to support Action Against Hunger, an international humanitarian organization that... more
Economy and financeFirst report on the impact of European incubators and accelerators
Presentation by the Social Innovation Monitor research team
The Social Innovation Monitor research team, based in the management and production engineering department of the Politecnico di Torino, will present online the results of the analyzes carried out for... more
Economy and financeCrédit Agricole Italia and Ismea support the development of Giorgio Tesi
Financing to foster the growth and support of the Group's economic activities
Crédit Agricole Italia, which has always been one of the main banks in support of the Agri-Agro sector, has provided a loan to the Giorgio Tesi company guaranteed by Ismea. The institute of services for... more
ForeignWorld Halal Authority (Wha) lands in the UK
The Italian certification body expands its services to the UK
The Italian certification body World Halal Authority (Wha) has decided to provide its services also in England. In Italy there are already several companies that have obtained the certification of Wha,... more
CoffeeGlycemia: Coffee in the early morning can help
The drink reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by about 30%, according to a British study
A study published by the British Journal of Nutrition - "Glucose control upon waking is unaffected by hourly sleep fragmentation during the night, but is impaired by morning caffeinated coffee" - states... more
Economy and financeAquaVision 2020: biennial conference of the aquaculture sector
Event organized by Skretting and Nutreco to discuss industry challenges and opportunities
For the first time AcquaVision 2020, the biennial conference of the aquaculture sector organized by Skretting and Nutreco, took place in virtual mode. The event that has brought together decision makers... more
WinesSanta Margherita Wine group elected "Winery of the Year"
This was decreed by the Gambero Rosso wine guide of Italy 2021
The Santa Margherita wine group wins the “Winery of the Year” award for the Gambero Rosso wine guide of Italy 2021, one of the most prestigious exhibitions in the field of Italian wine production.The com... more
Fairs#CiockDown: Eurochocolate's surrender to the pandemic
The 27th edition of the "sweetest" event in Perugia has been deleted
The 27th edition of Eurochocolate was scheduled for October 16, a famous annual event dedicated to the culture of chocolate in the city of Perugia. Just 7 days from the start, following an ordinance of... more
CoffeeDates set for Sigep 2021, but with an "Expanded" edition
The Salon of ice cream, pastry, artisan bakery, coffee
Sigep 2021 is back, the "Ice-Cream, Pastry, Artisan Bakery, Coffee Show", but with a much more "Expanded" version of an entire week that will see the alternation of present events and completely digital... more
FairsInauguration of the International Alba White Truffle Fair
An event dedicated to safety
With the inauguration of Friday 9 October, the 90th edition of the international Alba White Truffle fair has officially opened, proving the courage of an entire territory that does not give up on its most... more
FairsTerra Madre Salone del Gusto 2020 is opening today
Begins the event dedicated to good, clean and fair food, organized by Slow Food, the Piedmont Region and the City of Turin
"An Italian challenge but also a meeting with the world that aims to raise public awareness towards the protection of the planet and about access to better and more sustainable food&", declared the President of the European Parliament David Sassoli more
BeverageThaifex – Anuga Asia 2020 ends successfully
Spotlight on the future of Food & Beverage; interest of international buyers
Despite the difficult economic and health situation, Thaifex - Anuga Asia, one of the first commercial events to open in Asia following the pandemic, hosted 797 exhibitors and 21,104 visitors and professionals... more
Economy and financeCth of the Ferrero Group acquires Fox's Biscuits
It will incorporate two manufacturing plants in Kirkham and Batley, UK
Cth, a Belgian holding affiliated with the Ferrero group, announced a definitive agreement under which it will acquire the Fox's and private label biscuits business, including some important historical... more
NewsMars: steps forward in the "Palm Positive Plan"
Mapping, management and monitoring, to combat deforestation
The US multinational Mars, uses only palm oil which does not resort to deforestation to be obtained; pivotal goal of the "Palm Positive Plan" business plan, launched in September 2019. The company has... more
PeopleNestlé Waters CEO elected Efbw president
Muriel Lienau to head the European bottled water federation for the next 2 years
The European bottled water federation (Efbw) has elected Muriel Lienau , CEO of Nestlé Waters in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa (Emena), as new president for the next two years. Lienau heads... more
Press releaseFacebook, the adv that works
Report Nestlé / Nielsen certifies boom in Baci Perugina sales
Thanks to a collaboration with Nielsen, Nestlè has conducted a two-year marketing mix modeling (MMM) study, to measure the effectiveness of the promotional campaign and the impact of the means used in... more
WinesRiccardo Cotarella signs the Eisacktaler Kellerei wines
A consultancy to enhance the territory and create new labels
Riccardo Cotarella , one of the best known Italian oenologists, will sign the wines of the Eisacktaler Kellerei Eisack Valley winery, and will cover the role of consultant starting from the current harvest... more
Economy and financeNewlat Food points to UK
Non-binding offer aimed at acquiring Hovis Holdings
With reference to the news published on the Sky News UK website, the Italian company Newlat Food Spa confirms that it has submitted to the shareholders of the Hovis Holdings Limited group a non-binding... more
FairsFood, health and sustainability protagonists of "Sana Restart 2020"
The international exhibition of organic and natural products of BolognaFiere is starting
The appointment with "Sana Restart" is approaching, the international exhibition of organic and natural products, scheduled at the Bologna exhibition center from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October. Food, health... more
BeveragePepsiCo: net revenues up 5.3%
Ramon Laguarta: "Expression of resilience of our teams in every continent"
The PepsiCo company reported a 5.3% increase in net revenue for the third quarter of 2020, reflecting the continued production of snacks and the significant improvement in its global beverage business.... more
PeopleValentina Massa elected new Effpa president
The MD of Italian Dalma Mangimi
The General Assembly of the Effpa (the European Former Foodstuff Processors Association) elected Valentina Massa , president of the European Ex Foodstuff Processors Association. Massa is the Managing Director... more
Cheese and dairy productsGranarolo launches new Tetra Stelo
Plant-based packaging made up of 87% renewable sources
Great news for the Granarolo Group, which chooses the sustainable packaging "Tetra Stelo Aseptic Edge Wingcap" for the milk line of the "Accadì High Digestibility Lactose Free" range. This is a package... more
Economy and financeLabomar supplements land on the stock exchange
Debut in the Milan Aim segment on Monday 5 October
Labomar, a nutraceutical company based in the province of Treviso and active internationally, has received the admission of its ordinary shares to trading on the Aim Italia segment of the Stock Exchange.... more
Press release"Crema", the new ice cream format in Milan
Launched by Giorgio Bulgari, a second opening is scheduled for early 2021
It takes courage to open new stores in this period, especially in a competitive square like that of Milan where there is no shortage of formats dedicated to ice cream. Yet this is the challenge launched... more