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Economy and financeEU agri-food trade: surplus at 63.6 billion euros
Both exports (+6.6 billion) and imports (+12.4 billion) are growing. UK is the leading partner
The European Commission's Agri-Food Report 2024 shows that both exports and imports in the sector have reached a record high. Despite ongoing global challenges, the report describes several positive developments.... more
IndustryKellogg’s in the sights of the Texas DA: consumer protection violated?
Some cereal products advertised as "healthy" would contain artificial dyes
The hunt for artificial dyes in US foods not considered "healthy" is becoming more "ferocious" in the United States. After the battle started by the FDA in January against the synthetic dye red dye N°... more
WinesVinum Alba, presented at Vinitaly the 1st edition of International Fair
New formula, international guests and Vinum single-use breathalyzer: news at the event in Piedmont
The 2025 edition of Vinum Alba is presented with a quote from the great intellectual-oenologist Luigi Veronelli, namely "Wine unites people, speaks all languages and knows all roads". In an interweaving... more
NewsDuties: Italian Foreign Minister calls for removal of EU tariffs on US bourbon
Tajani affirms it would be a "counterproductive" move for Italian wine exports
Tariffs have become a soap opera, with twists and turns every hour of the day. The European Union will remove bourbon from the list of US products subject to 50% "counter-tariffs," in response to Donald... more
ForeignBlue tongue. France: government finances vaccines for serotypes 1 and 8
Measure announced to mitigate the impact of the ovine disease, particularly widespread in the South of the country
The French government has announced that it will commit to limiting the impact of "bluetongue" by ensuring access to vaccines for the benefit of sheep farmers. Through a public procurement contract, doses... more
ForeignDuties. Spain. Agriculture Minister: "We will firmly defend our interests"
Iberian Food is worth over 75.4 billion euros, or 20% of all exports
The Spanish Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Luis Planas, today highlighted his country's agri-food potential and export capacity. Planas noted that agri-food exports represent 20% of the total... more
AgrifoodCross-border unfair trading practices: EU Council approves new mandate
Mutual assistance mechanism introduced for information request and exchange /Annex
EU Member States' representatives in the Special Committee on Agriculture (SCA) have approved the European Council's negotiating mandate on a regulation on new rules to combat unfair cross-border trading... more
WinesItaly first in wine production, second for export
Intesa Sanpaolo research presented at Vinitaly: 2024 closed with 8.1 billion Euro in exports
In 2024, Italy has regained the first place worldwide in wine production, with 41 million hectolitres. In terms of exports, Italy is second in the world, after France which has a market share of 34.5%... more
Economy and financeFrench Chequers take over Gourmet Italian food
Closing of the transaction announced in February: purchase by Fvs Sgr and minority partners of Gif
Announced last February, the deal with which Chequers Capital, a French private equity firm, has taken over 100% of the Italian group Gourmet Italian food controlled by the Italian fund Alcedo sgr through... more
CoffeeLavazza, ceo Baravalle unveils Tablì and results 2024
Turnover 2024 +9.1% at €3.35 B, net profit of €82 M (+20.6%)
The Lavazza Group presented its first Tablì, the innovative system for a "new consumer experience". An important breakthrough not only for the group, but for the entire sector: the Tablì system, which c... more
Studies and researchNestlé: for 86% of Italians, the family is a place of care and protection
This is confirmed by a new investigation by the group, supported by an anthropologist from the University of Trento
When life puts us to the test, that's where we want to take refuge: in the nest where everything began, where we learned to live. Where we return when the world outside becomes too much. This is what emerges... more
AgrifoodEurovo expands into Spain and the UK
Italian group acquires historic Iberian company Granja Pinilla and majority stakes in Two Chicks
Eurovo Group, leader in the eggs and egg products sector, announces new acquisitions and strategic partnerships in Europe, further consolidating its presence on international markets. These achievements... more
FairsMacfrut 2025: exhibition space grows
Over 1400 exhibitors, 40% of which are foreign, 1500 top buyers, three world symposiums expected at the 42nd edition
Macfrut, much more than a trade fair: a 365-day journey through the global fruit and vegetable supply chain that finds its meeting point from Tuesday 6 to Thursday 8 May 2025 at the Rimini Expo Centre.... more
Pasta and bakery productsBarilla is the world's leading food company by reputation
In the Global Rep Track 100 the group advances 4 positions compared to last year
Barilla confirms itself as the first company in the world in the food sector for reputation for the second consecutive year in the latest Global RepTrak 100, conducted by RepTrak, an American company that... more
DistributionBig moves in the world of global gdo ready meals.
Ireland's Greencore is ready to shell out €1.5 billion (cash) for Britain's Bakkavor
Big multibillion-dollar maneuvers in the world of ready meals for large global retailers. Ireland's Greencore is, in fact, in the process of acquiring Bakkavor, a U.K.-based company specializing in private-label... more
FairsTuttofood 2025: over 3000 exhibitors and 90 thousand visitors expected
Cellie (Fiere Parma): "Not just a simple exhibition showcase but an international network"
Tuttofood Milano 2025, now in its tenth edition overall, redesigned in its strategic objectives, will become a point of reference and aggregation for the agri-food industry and culture on a global level,... more
SustainabilityxFarm Technologies with Forever Bambù for water footprint reduction
In two years 70% water saved, optimizing the well-being of plants
Two times two is four: these are the probes that for two years have been sinking into the soil of the bamboo groves of Castiglione della Pescaia (GR) and Sovicille (SI) of Forever Bambù Società Benefit, a... more
BeverageRoyal Unibrew: revenues rise to 2.015 billion euros (+16%) in 2024
Growing numbers in the European and Italian market after the acquisition of Vrumona
Royal Unibrew, the holding company of brands such as Ceres and Lemonsoda, closed 2024 with growing numbers despite a struggling market. Net revenues rose to 2.015 billion euros (+16% on 2023), while organic... more
BeverageHeineken Silver: From Beer to Beauty Cream
Asian markets launch Heineken Smootheriser, new skin smoother
Heineken Silver, the beer renowned for its ultra-refreshing smoothness, today introduces The Heineken Smootheriser, a skin-smoothing beauty cream. Blurring the lines between beer and beauty, the cream... more
AgrifoodAife/Italian Feed Chain: Opportunities Come from the East
From May 19th to 21st, some member companies will participate in the China Animal Husbandry Expo
Aife/Filiera Italiana Foraggi's 2025 is full of international initiatives aimed at promoting Italian dried and dehydrated fodder on Asian markets, thanks above all to the European project that the Association... more
Conserved and jamsItalian Strategic Fund invests €200 million in Casalasco
Agreement to acquire QuattroR's stake to create a leading agri-food company
The QuattroR fund has signed a binding agreement with Fsi - Fondo Strategico Italiano led by Maurizio Tamagnini, for the sale of its stake in Casalasco Spa, the Italian leading group in the cultivation,... more
PeopleMcDonald's: Massimiliano Maffioli new Chief Restaurant Officer
He will be responsible for strengthening collaboration and integration between company areas for business development
McDonald's Italy announces the appointment of Massimiliano Maffioli as Chief Restaurant Officer. In his new role, he will be responsible for the Field, Franchising and National Operations functions, with... more
Catering and hospitalityLongino & Cardenal: revenues up to 36.9 million euros (+3.1%)
Profit improves, even if the result remains negative
The Board of Directors of Longino & Cardenal SpA, active in the research, selection and distribution of rare and precious foods and a point of reference for national and international fine dining, met... more
Economy and financeHermes saves Bialetti?
Two funds, Nuo (by Exor and Stephen Chang) and Jakyval (by Guerrand Hermes) would be taking over the company in crisis
Will it be the "turning point" good? If you ask how many people have been watching for some years the crisis of Bialetti, a brand stranoto to coffee lovers and not only. There are insistent rumors that... more
ZootechnyLivestock: An unprecedented appeal to Europe
125 organizations call for a strategy to valorize animal proteins on a scientific basis/Annex
An unprecedented initiative, an appeal launched by 125 European organizations (breeders, producers, industrialists, professional and inter-professional organizations, consortia, scholars and academics):... more
FairsIeg (Rimini Fair) closes 2024 with revenues up 17.7%
Turnover at 250 million euros and ebitda at 65.9 million confirm the "solidity of the business model"
The board of directors of Ieg, Italian Exhibition Group, a leading company in Italy for the organisation of international trade fairs and listed on Euronext Milan, has approved the draft financial statements... more
FairsVinitaly 2025: 4000 companies and a full fair
Operators expected from 140 countries. Focus of the 57th edition: promotion, internationalization, change
Vinitaly looks beyond trade barriers and for its 57th edition, at Veronafiere from 6 to 9 April, presents itself with approximately 4,000 companies and a full exhibition area, confirming its role as the... more
FairsMarca Poland: debut in Poznań on April 2nd
Preparations are in full swing for the two-day private label event in Eastern Europe
Marca Poland, the first trade fair dedicated to the private label market in Eastern Europe, will debut in Poznań on 2 and 3 April 2025. An unprecedented event, born from the collaboration between BolognaFiere... more
SustainabilityMcCain, McDonald’s and Barclays fund regenerative agriculture
The Routes to regen project in England starts to show how "regen ag" is profitable
McCain Foods, McDonald’s and Barclays (and others) have joined forces to launch the Routes to Regen project, "Regeneration Pathways," demonstrating how regenerative agriculture can be more financially v... more
HealthSanpellegrino Observatory: Hydration Promotes Good Mood
An optimal balance promotes the production of neurotransmitters linked to psychological well-being
Drinking water is not only a physiological necessity, but also a powerful ally for mental well-being. The brain, which is approximately 75% water, depends on a correct water balance to function optimally.... more
WinesEuropean Vinegar Association: ribbon cut in Bruxelles
Group will be lead by Valéry Brabant, supported by Patricia Surendok and Sabrina Federzoni
The new association European Vinegar Association (Eva) has finally seen the light in Brussels, with the aim of providing a common home for all European vinegar producers. “We are pleased to have contributed t... more
Packaging and logisticsVersalis launches new plant for recycled plastic
The chemical company Eni will produce in Porto Marghera 20 thousand tons/year of polystyrene useful for packaging
Versalis, the chemical company of Eni, has announced the start-up of a new plant in Porto Marghera (Venice) for the production of plastics from mechanically recycled raw materials. The plant is capable... more
Pasta and bakery productsIn Parma from 8 to 10 April the World Pizza Championship
Ready to compete at the Palaverdi (Polo fair) 700 competitors from 49 nations
The World Pizza Championship 2025 will be held in Parma from 8 to 10 April 2025. The event promises to be a historic one, with 700 participants and 49 nations ready to compete for the title. The competition... more
BeverageHeineken Italia Receives the Milano Marketing Festival Award
“Category Leader” recognition for beer at the closing ceremony of the event
Heineken Italia received the prestigious award for the “Category Leader” category during the closing ceremony of the ninth edition of the Milano Marketing Festival, the annual event that involves professors, exp... more
Cheese and dairy productsGrana Padano returns as protagonist at Formaggi & Sorrisi 2025
From March 28th to 30th, the new edition of the festival, with tastings, "educational cow" and workshops
In 2024, Grana Padano Dop exports exceeded sales on the domestic market, reaching 52% of the total production marketed with 2,685,541 forms and an increase of 9.15% compared to the previous year. Lombardy... more
BiologicalFrance enters the Italian organic market
Cotecna buys Suolo e Salute, certification company: ok from government
France aims for the Italian bio but the Italian government sets "conditions". This is what has just happened with the company Cotecna Certification Italia, 100% controlled by the Swiss Cotecna Inspection,... more
Economy and financeFrench shopping for Pozzi Milano
The company specialized in "table fashion" acquires Venditio
Pozzi Milano, a group active in the "table fashion" sector listed on Euronext Growth Milan, has completed the acquisition of 90% of Venditio’s share capital, master agent specializing in the promotion o... more
Catering and hospitalityChef Express: food hall inaugurated in Padua station (Italy)
Three formats - bar, fast food and pizzeria - for a diversified catering offer
Chef Express, the company that manages all the catering activities of the Cremonini Group, officially inaugurated today the new food hall in the Padua station, a strategic hub for transport in the North-East... more
Oils and condimentsTraditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena: consolidated partnership with Fondazione Arena Verona
Round table on tourism promotion, with an exclusive concert in the prestigious setting
The fruitful collaboration as Official supplier of the Arena di Verona Opera Festival by the Consortium for the Protection of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena continues, under the banner of a passion... more
AgrifoodWorld Flour Day. Italmopa: Italian flours and semolina, fruit of excellence
President Valente announces the 4th edition of "Molini a Porte Aperte" for next May 24th
Today, March 20, is World Flour Day. In this regard, Italmopa - Associazione Industriali Mugnai d'Italia, a member of FederPrima and Confindustria, which exclusively represents the Italian milling industry,... more
SustainabilityNestlé and Unesco together for "climate resilience"
The company and the international organization working to realign the professional skills of young people
One hundred teams of young social impact innovators will receive grants to develop relevant skills and solutions that improve the resilience and sustainability of food systems, with a focus on regenerative... more
Beverage"Kitchen Attraction": Sanbittèr celebrates World Happiness Day
Brand highlights the trend whereby the kitchen has become the happiest place in the house
On the occasion of World Happiness Day, Sanbittèr outlines “Kitchen Attraction”, underlining how the kitchen has become over the years the happiest place in the house, the beating heart of conviviality and... more
HealthMenopause. Nestlé Health Science: The 9 Essential Amino Acids to Maintain Well-Being
A healthy and balanced diet, with the right amount of proteins, can mitigate the most common ailments.
Menopause is a new phase of life, to be lived with awareness and serenity. However, some symptoms such as loss of muscle tone, fatigue, hot flashes and fragile bones can slow down the daily rhythm of many... more
Packaging and logisticsFas International closes 2024 with a turnover of 57.4 million euros
Growing numbers but also many challenges for the Veneto retail tech company
Fas International, a Vicenza-based company and player in the vending market, closes 2024 with significantly increased numbers thanks to the consolidation of a new vending idea, “retail tech”, a change of... more
BeveragePepsiCo jumps into prebiotics: Poppi acquired for $ 2 billion
Multi-billion operation to acquire the brand of functional drinks (fast growing)
PepsiCo today announced that it has reached a final agreement to acquire the fast-growing prebiotic drink brand Poppi. The transaction is worth $1.95 billion, including $300 million in tax benefits, for... more
Mineral waters and drinksSanpellegrino: Ilenia Ruggeri new GM
With more than 20 years in the Nestlé, she will be responsible for accelerating the performance of international brands
Sanpellegrino has announced the appointment of Ilenia Ruggeri as its new general manager. Born in Como in 1971, the manager has over twenty years of experience within the Nestlé Group and a deep knowledge... more
Economy and financeEataly makes happy the member of Tamburi investment parners
In a letter to shareholders, satisfaction with the subsidiary's 50 million ebitda
"Eataly, an excellent year, with increased turnover and more than 50 million ebitda, thanks to a very effective management that has managed in a short time to relaunch the high positioning of the brand... more
TechnologyxFarm Technologies: Brazil, the new frontier
Italian Company partners with Checkplant and increases its reach in Latin America
xFarm Technologies, a leading tech company in the digitalization of agriculture that supports more than 500,000 farms every day together with an ecosystem of over one hundred large companies on a total... more
FairsTuttofood 2025: the new format presented in Tokyo
Cellie (Fiere di Parma): "US tariffs push us to focus on the dynamism of Asian markets"
12% of the foreign companies present at Tuttofood Milano 2025 come from Asian and Pacific countries (including China): a fact that emerged during the Japanese stage of the international roadshow “The I... more
SustainabilityNestlé Italy: over 750K capsules recycled by the Recap project
In 3 years, 37 collection centers opened in 28 municipalities in Northern Italy
On the occasion of International Recycling Day (March 18), the Nestlé Group in Italy (with the Nescafé Dolce Gusto brand) and illycaffè recall their commitment to sustainability through Recap, the first na... more