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FairsMacfrut: medicinal plants are worth € 1 Billion
The issue will be discussed next May 9th, during the fruit and vegetable fair, during the Fippo Forum
The main international experts in medicinal plants will meet at Macfrut on Thursday 9 May, on the second day of the international fruit and vegetable fair scheduled at the Rimini Expo Center from 8 to... more
WinesCantine Toso: turnover of 45 million euros in 2023
Exports also performed well, covering 65% of the turnover. 4 million invested in innovation since 2020
The Cantine Toso, among the largest private Piedmontese wineries, closed 2023 with 45 million euros, marking a +25% compared to 2022, strongly conditioned by the international geopolitical situation. The... more
CoffeeCircular economy, presented the Arabica Oil from coffee waste
The ingredient is used in two products developed for illycaffà retail: soap and hand cream
It debuted a month ago in the world of cosmetics with a partnership with Intercos and is already ready for the first big leap. Let’s talk about Amarey, a company founded by the Illy family, a startup s... more
BeverageBitburger Brewing Group: turnover rises but volumes sold fall
For the German beer holding company, 2023 was positive especially on the catering sector
The Bitburger Brewing Group closes 2023 with a turnover of 776 million euros. These numbers are increasing in value (in 2022 they were 729 million), however compensated by a decline (-1.3%) in sales in... more
Catering and hospitalityCatering in shopping centres: turnover in Italy of 5.6 billion euros
Aigrim-Deloitte Observatory: Italian catering in 2023 equal to 82 billion euros in value
Biasoni (Aigrim): "Outlook at +3.8% for the next five years is a positive sign". more
AgrifoodBF International acquires Agriconsulting Europe
Investment of €33.1 million to take over the international group specialized in agriculture consultancy
The group, whose holding is based in Belgium, was founded in 1966 by Francesco Saverio Grazioli. more
CoffeeVending. Lavazza launches totalitarian friendly opa on Ivs group
Via newco Grey, controlled by E-Coffee Solutions (Luigi Lavazza Spa)
The Lavazza Group makes its way into vending and does so by announcing an agreement between E-Coffee Solutions, a company controlled by Luigi Lavazza S.p.a., and Ivs Partecipazioni, the majority shareholder... more
Packaging and logisticsGuala Closures acquires the Greek Astir Vitiogiannis
Consolidates its presence in the glass bottle closures sector
Guala Closures announces that it has reached an agreement to acquire Astir Vitogiannis Bros SA, a leading Greek manufacturer of crown closures. Astir produces more than 12 billion closures every year and... more
PeopleCnh relies on Marx (Gerrit) to revive tractors
Exor Group company appoints new CEO to replace Scott Wine
Cnh Industrial announces the appointment of Gerrit Marx as ceo starting from 1 July 2024. The company will be a new company. He succeeds Scott Wine, whose request to leave the company at the end of the... more
Studies and researchBarilla number 1 in food by reputation
The Global RepTrak places the Italian brand at the 29th place worldwide
Italy is on the podium of the world ranking of work and gender equality. This was established by the Global RepTrak that puts on the roof of the world for corporate reputation in the food sector the Italian... more
FairsSigep China at the starting line with over 500 brands
From 24 to 26 April, Ieg brings the confectionery industry to the Shenzhen convention center
Over 500 exhibiting brands from 30 different countries. These are the main numbers of the second edition of Sigep China and Anuga Select China, the two events taking place simultaneously at the Shenzhen... more
NewsMondelez risks a fine from the EU
Under investigation of the antitrust risk multimillion-dollar sanction
The EU seems willing to fine the giant Mondelez for blocking cross-border sales. The news was leaked by the Financial Times which, in turn, cites rumors from people who know about the issue. The fine could... more
CoffeeCosta Coffee debuts in Italy
First store in Rome Fiumicino airport with Autogrill
Avolta, through the brand Autogrill, inaugurated the first local in Italy of Costa Coffee, the largest chain of British cafes founded in 1971 by the Italian brothers Bruno and Sergio Costa and from 2018... more
MeatsCulatello Zibello: production record in the last three years
Romeo Gualerzi confirmed as Consortium president during the meeting
Romeo Gualerzi (photo) has been confirmed as president of the Consortium for the Protection of Culatello di Zibello PDO until 2027. This is what the ordinary assembly decided, renewing its trust in the... more
DistributionMarr: record dividend confirmed
Assembly approves budget, breaking through the wall of € 2B in turnover
Today the shareholders' meeting of Marr, a leading company in Italy in the marketing and distribution of food and non-food products to the foodservice sector, approved the financial statements as of 31... more
SustainabilityNestlé: Orzoro wins "Best Packaging 2024" award
Recognized product accessibility thanks to ergonomic design and presence of information in Braille
The 120g Orzoro package won the "Best Packaging 2024" award, awarded this morning by the Italian Packaging Institute for the "accessibility" category. The jury in fact recognized its ease of use thanks... more
Food safetyEfsa: parasites found in some fish species
Further investigations also necessary for aquaculture species /Annex
Many of the most commonly farmed and consumed fish in the EU/EFTA show no evidence of parasites that can infect humans. However, parasites were found in some farmed species and more data is needed to determine... more
Economy and financeIl Granaio delle idee teams up with Ginkgo Bioworks in the name of the Pater
The Venetian company will use US biotech technology to improve its bakery patent
Il Granaio delle idee (Igdi), a company based in Maserà di Padova (PD) that operates as a blender on an international scale offering a wide range of blends and clean label helpers for bakery, pastry and... more
AgrifoodAgriculture strategic asset for Europe
Copa-Cogeca presents the "agricultural manifesto" for the next European elections
Repositioning agriculture as a strategic asset for Europe. This is the essence of the action of Copa and Cogeca that present their roadmap for the European elections to be held from 6 to 9 June. Copa and... more
SustainabilityPurina Europa: the first "Ocean Restoration Program" begins
The goal is to restore 1500 hectares of marine habitat by 2030 to counteract biodiversity loss
The ocean is essential for all life on Earth. However, due to climate change and human activities, the health of the oceans is deteriorating at an alarming rate, endangering all marine life. To ensure... more
BeverageVinitaly. Great success for the debut of the beer pavilion
X-cellent Beers is the 800 sqm stand dedicated to the world of brewing in its debut at Veronafiere
The Vinitaly 2024 coming soon, since tonight will close its doors, will also be remembered for the great novelty of the pavilion dedicated to craft beer from the agricultural industry, opened for the first... more
FairsVinitaly 2024 closes with 97 thousand attendees
3700 foreign operators at the fair, with Japan, USA, Germany, UK and Canada on the rise
Vinitaly archives its 56th edition today with 97 thousand attendees. There was a slight increase in foreign operators from 140 countries to 30,070 (31% of the total), of which 1200 top buyers (+20% on... more
Studies and researchAvian. Efsa: post-vaccination surveillance to safely move birds
Scientific opinion in which possible risk reduction options are also evaluated /Annex
Post-vaccination surveillance is crucial for promptly detecting outbreaks of avian influenza and proving disease freedom, enabling the safe movement of birds. This is the key outcome of EFSA’s new scientific o... more
DistributionDespar Italia: rising revenues of 4.4 billion euros in 2023
Last year 56 new openings, while the branded product reaches a market share of 22.4%
General manager Fabbri: "Objectives achieved thanks to an increasingly strong rooting in the territories and a solid product development project" more
BeverageHeineken: campaign for the rediscovery of offline relationships
Together with brand for street culture Bodega. "The Boring Phone" encourages young people to break away from their cell phones
Heineken, in collaboration with Bodega, a brand for street culture, launches the new global campaign "The Boring Phone" with a limited edition of "dumb phones" designed to have reduced technological capabilities,... more
Economy and financeItalian export. Exceeded €100 B in the first two months of 2024
Zoppas (ITA Agency): "In February, our foreign trade grows more than the EU average"
The export growth of 1.7% recorded in February 2024, compared to the same month in 2023, is part of a highly volatile context that is difficult to predict. The data is characterized by strong divergences... more
AgrifoodAnimal nutrition: Nestlé experiment on hazelnut waste
The "Live-Haze" circular economy project will involve five Italian universities
The Nestlé Group in Italy is a partner of the "Live-Haze" experimental project, financed by Prin funds (Projects of Significant National Interest) of the italian Ministry of University and Research, which... more
AgrifoodBF: 2023 production value over 1.3 billion (+24%)
Board of Directors approves draft financial statements and consolidated financial statements as at 31 December 2023
Shareholders' meeting called. Consolidated EBITDA +31%. Proposed dividend of 0.44 per share against the 0.04 distributed in 2023 more
WinesCarpenè Malvolti celebrates 100 years of Prosecco
At Vinitaly, the commemoration of the first registration with a label of the prized sparkling wine
The first hundred years of Prosecco. A lot has passed since Etile Carpenè - the second generation of the family - in 1924 - brought one of the most strategic decisions in the field of communication to... more
Mineral waters and drinksAssobibe: "Soft drinks not to be wasted with unnecessary taxes"
Non-alcoholic drinks italian producers indicates the sector as one of the expressions of Made in Italy in the world
Speaking today at the conference entitled "Beverages in Italy: themes and trends" organized by Agronetwork in the framework of Vinitaly, Cristina Camilli , vice-president of Assobibe, an association representing... more
DessertsFerretti Dessert: turnover rises to 8 million euros in 2023
The company estimates a further increase in turnover (+30%) at the end of this year
Ferretti Dessert, a company in the pastry and baked goods sector, founded and directed by master pastry chef Sandro Ferretti , closes 2023 with a growing balance sheet for the second consecutive year.... more
AgrifoodFedervini: wine sector employs 74 thousand people. Turnover of 16 billion euros
President Pallini: "Italy has withstood the blow better than other countries, now we must work on demand and promotion"
The values of Italian wine in light of the challenges and trends of the global panorama. It is the rich program of events that from today at Vinitaly sees Federvini as protagonist. According to data processed... more
MeatsIrish Grass fed Beef becomes PGI
EU Commission recognizes its status due to its unique characteristics and origin
Enjoyed around the world, Irish pasture-raised beef has recently been granted Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status by the European Union. The title is granted by the European Commission in particular... more
MeatsBresaola Valtellina PGI opens 2024 positively with +9.44% in the first two months
There are signs of recovery after a difficult 2023 with a slight contraction
With 83% of total production, large-scale retail trade confirms itself as the main sales channel more
FairsSial Paris 2024: Italy has already conquered the record
The country will have the largest exhibition surface at the 60th edition (19-23 October)
In just under six months, the 60th edition of Sial Paris will take place (19-23 October 2024). The setting of the International Food Exhibition is that of the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Park. Over... more
Packaging and logisticsThe Italian Packaging Institute joins Europen to relaunch the EU's competitiveness
Joint European industry Manifesto has been signed against the risk of deindustrialization in Europe
Istituto Italiano Imballaggio (Italian Packaging Institute), an associative network for the packaging supply chain, has been officially part of Europen since April 2024, important reality that operates... more
Studies and researchArtificial meat: only 22.5% of Italians are in favor of consuming it
More consensus for vegetable substitutes (30.4%), according to a NielsenIQ survey
30.4% of Italians are inclined to consume vegetable meat substitutes (processed foods based on vegetable proteins) while only 22.5% are in favor of artificial meat. This is what emerges from a survey carried... more
FairsVinitaly. Lollobrigida: "Give the right value to the supply chain"
Italian Minister of Agriculture intervenes at the inauguration of the 56th edition of the Verona event
"Our wine is worth more than 8 billion in exports and is chosen on the domestic market because it expresses quality and gives safety. The best thing is to drink in moderation, quality products and at the... more
LiqueursNardini Distillery acquires exclusive Schladerer and Vulcanica
The Black Forest brand and the Sicilian vodka of Etna are available in the horeca market
Distilleria Nardini, the historic Venetian company that produces high quality grappa and liqueurs, has signed two new agreements for the exclusive distribution in Italy of Schladerer and Volcanic products,... more
PeopleCampari, new Ceo will take office on 15 April
Matteo Fantacchiotti will replace Kunze-Concewitz, who collects a bonus of 30 million
The news was anticipated last September 12, 2023 (see EFA News article), and yesterday it was confirmed: Matteo Fantacchiotti was chosen as the candidate for the position of Chief Executive Officer of... more
Studies and researchItalian brands: Ferrero triumphs in the food sector
Kinder, Nutella and Ferrero Rocher in the Kantar BrandZ Top Ten of 2024
Italian brands are growing by 11% in 2024. The post-pandemic recovery does not stop and involves our most popular sectors, namely clothing and food. In the second area in the Top Ten we find three brands,... more
Government actsAgriculture: EU Commission advances extension of state aid
The proposal sent to the national governments, who will have to provide their opinion /Annex
An extension of the Crisis and Transition State for State Aid (TCTF). This is what the European Commission sent yesterday to the EU member states in order to allow the maintenance of support for the primary... more
ForeignFrance rejects the decree that bans plant-based meat from being called steak
The Council of State said NO to the ban which was supposed to come into force on May 1st
This time we Italians have the advantage. We are not talking about the Tour de France but about the fight against food counterfeiting which also involves taking a stand against synthetic meat. And so,... more
WinesThe International Wine Conference opens today in Franciacorta (Italy)
First ministerial meeting of the International Vine and Wine Organization, which turns 100 years old
30 delegations from wine-producing nations around the world will be at the work table: ministers, deputy ministers and ambassadors will meet on 12-13 April more
PetfoodNestlé is increasingly focused on pet food
New plant in Italy with an investment of 472 million euros
Children are decreasing, pets are increasing. And companies, even historical ones, are adapting. Nestlé, one of the leading global operators in pet food with subsidiary Purina, has identified in Italy... more
Cheese and dairy productsBrazzale Science Center: new laboratories dedicated to Tino Brazzale
The structures carry out research for the support and nutritional enhancement of milk and derivatives
Three years after the birth of the Brazzale Science Center, the history of academic scientific research in the company, at the service of innovation, is enriched with a new chapter: on Tuesday 9 April,... more
ZootechnyFESASS: Scordamaglia elected vice-president
"In the coming years the organization can and must play a fundamental role in Europe", says the new appointee
During the general assembly of the European Federation for Animal Health and Sanitary Safety (FESASS) Luigi Scordamaglia , CEO of Filiera Italia, was unanimously elected new vice-president of FESASS with... more
FairsParma for three days capital of pizza
From today 9 aprile to 11 april the World Championship at Palaverdi: 718 competitors from 55 nations and 1.38 races
From today anche for three days Parma becomes the capital of pizza. The curtain opens on the 31st Pizza World Championship, the most important event dedicated to professionals and organized in Parma from... more
Cheese and dairy productsParmigiano Reggiano Consortium: growing revenues, over 68 million euros
Export share of 43% in 2023, with growth of 5.7%, represent the future of the PDO
The General Assembly of the Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium Members, held today, Tuesday 9 April at the Classic Hotel in Reggio Emilia, approved by a large majority the 2023 final balance sheet, which closed... more
Catering and hospitalityEataly: revenues 2023 € 656 million, net profit negative for € 28 million
During the year, five new stores opened, two of which were in the USA and Canada
The Board of Directors of Eataly approved the consolidated financial statements as of 31 December 2023. In 2023 alone the group opened five new stores: the third store in New York and the second in Toronto,... more