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FairsHostMilano 2023 kicks off with over 2,100 exhibitors from 50 countries
The companies present at the event (October 13-17) cover a 178 billion euro market
There will be more talk than usual about innovation, technology, artificial intelligence and the circular economy at HostMilano 2023. The exhibition dedicated to catering and hospitality opens its doors... more
MeatsAmadori takes a 70% stake in Forno d'Oro
The operation will guarantee the group to control the cold cuts segment
Amadori strengthens its role in the poultry meat sector thanks to an industrial partnership with Forno d'Oro, a Veneto based food processing company specialized in the processing and production of high-end... more
Economy and financeVandemoortele wants Bindi
The Belgian group may be interested in the Milanese pastry for sale facebook sharing button
Last week the Bc Partners fund announced the start of the sale of Fda Group, a group active in the frozen bakery and pastry sector that combines Forno D'Asolo and Pasticceria Bindi. Today, according to... more
PeopleCbre, new agribusiness manager South Europe
Valadas de Albuquerque at the helm of the Spain-Italy team for real estate growth in agribusiness
Cbre, one of the leaders in services and investments in commercial real estate especially in the retail sector (shopping centers and supermarkets), announces the appointment of Manuel Valadas de Albuquerque... more
Economy and financeSugar prices bring the German giant Suedzucker to the top
Q2 Operating Profit more than doubled to Euro 310 million
It is one of the European giants in the field of sugar production and shows that to define positive is to say little. The German company Suedzucker has more than doubled its quarterly profits thanks to... more
SustainabilityDiageo accelerates on regenerative agriculture for whisky and Tequila
Two programmes launched in Mexico and Scotland to reduce emissions from barley, wheat and agave crops
Diageo, whisky producer Johnnie Walker, tequila producer Don Julio, and Guinness beer manufacturer, has announced two regenerative agriculture programs for its tequila and scotch brands. The programmes,... more
WinesChampagne Armand de Brignac announces Blanc de Noirs Assemblage Number Four
New creation in the Cuvée range, an intense and generous expression of Pinot Noir
An extremely rare and precious Champagne, which rested for 7 years in the cellar until disgorgement, which took place on 20 April 2023 more
AgrifoodFederalimentare: "10 cases of Italian Sounding discovered in Anuga"
The products were immediately removed. President Mascarino: "this year there is a strong signal of protection of our made in Italy"
“The fight against the phenomenon of Italian Sounding and the counterfeiting activities of Italian agri-food products at the Anuga 2023 fair proved to be fully effective”. This was stated in a Federalimentare (it... more
Baby foodNutripiatto: five recipes for the prolonged summer
Pumpkin, chickpeas, carrots, dried fruit, peas: the new proposals of the Nestlè nutritional program
The astronomical summer ended on September 22nd, the meteorological one on August 31st; yet, these days the calendar seems to have moved back a month. It is still summer on the beaches while the heat has... more
FairsAnuga 2023: record edition with 140 thousand visitors
Around 7,900 exhibitors from 118 countries. Italy at the top with over a thousand companies
Anuga, the largest and most important trade fair in the world for food and drinks, confirmed itself as the undisputed leader over the course of the five days of exhibition (7-11 October 2023). The following... more
Economy and financeItalian catering in the world is worth 228 billion euros
In Italy we are at 75 billion (+22%), according to data from Deloitte’s Foodservice market monitor
"Catering remains an increasingly important sector for the entire food chain," stresses Tommaso Nastasi, Value creation services leader of Deloitte. more
Economy and financeMarchesi Antinori wine sets course for U.S.
With 300 mln financing from a pool of banks wine company buys land in Napa Valley
Marchesi Antinori is heading for the United States thanks to a loan of more than 300 million obtained from a pool composed of Intesa Sanpaolo, Cassa depositi e prestiti, Simest and Bnl. The operation,... more
AgrifoodEurostat: in 2020, only 4.2% of EU workers were farmers
The highest concentration of workers in the primary sector was found in Romania
In 2020, approximately 4.5% of the EU's total employment, an estimated 9.4 million people, worked within the agriculture, forestry, and fishing sector. The vast majority, or 4.2% of total employment, worked... more
Cheese and dairy productsGermany is the second world destination for italian cheeses
Assolatte closes Anuga 2023 with rising numbers and strong interest from US and Asian consumers /Gallery
Anuga 2023, the largest food fair in the world, is closing today. With 450 stands dedicated to milk, butter, cheese and yogurt, dairy confirms itself as one of the leading sectors of the event. 80 Italian... more
VideoEcomondo will host the general states of the green economy
Peraboni (IEG) explains the importance of the next edition. Minister Pichetto Fratin: "Green is worth it!"
Ecomondo crosses the finishing line of the 26th edition and, again this year, will bring the best of cutting-edge green technologies to Rimini. Compared to the first editions, the real leap in quality... more
ForeignSpain: lights and shadows for olive oil
A 15% increase in the harvest is expected but in Andalusia production collapses (-40%)
Olive oil production in Spain is expected to stand at 765,300 tonnes during the 2023/2024 campaign. Numbers that suggest a +15% compared to the previous season (in which 664 thousand tons were totaled),... more
FairsItalian Exhibition Group: Maurizio Renzo Ermeti is the new president
The Board of Directors appoints the successor of Lorenzo Cagnoni, who passed away on 5 September
The Board of Directors of Italian Exhibition Group SpA (Ieg), a company listed on the Euronext Milan of Borsa Italiana SpA and a leading company in Italy in the organization of international trade fair... more
Mineral waters and drinksPepsiCo 3rd quarter: revenues soar ($23.45 billion)
It expects earnings per share to rise 13%, rather than the 12% initially expected
PepsiCo Q3 Earnings and Revenues Above Best Expectations. The multinational reported earnings per share of $2.25, which adjusts the expected $2.15, and revenues of $23.45 billion versus the expected $23.39... more
LiqueursNolet acquires Lucas Bols for 269.5 million euros
A Dutch giant in the global spirits and cocktails market now looms
Nolet Group and Lucas Bols announced that they have reached a conditional agreement for the purchase by Nolet of all issued and outstanding shares of Lucas Bols, at a price of 18 euros, for a total of... more
HealthAvian vaccine: EFSA opinion expected for March 2024
From the EU Commission a request for feedback on the effectiveness against currently circulating viruses
On the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) front, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) will issue a new scientific opinion, which is expected to be finalized in March 2024. The European Commission... more
AgrifoodPesticides: more gradual halving, until 2035
The compromise measure passes by a clear majority to the EU Agriculture Commission
On pesticides, farmers' dissent obtains a compromise: the halving of pesticides will take place by 2035, rather than by 2030. The measure in the name of flexibility was voted yesterday in the Agriculture... more
Economy and financeSouth Korea wants Italian blue crab
Consul general: "mutually beneficial" to import more from Venice and lagoon areas
The blue crab business is expanding. After the Tunisia affaire (and the Greece affaire), countries that are said to be importing the crustacean into Italy creating no small amount of unease and concern... more
BeverageOktoberfest: record number of visitors but people drink less (and spend more)
Beer consumption at the Bavarian event is recovering but below pre-pandemic levels
Not even beverages escape the great paradox of recent years: more revenue for companies (almost always), less volumes sold (often), less consumption in general (always). Even the Oktoberfest knows something... more
NewsLidl contested by animal rights activists at the CSR show
They are protesting the breeding conditions of the chickens sold by the discount store
At the CSR Show in Milan, on Friday 6 October, a protest against Lidl took place, as part of an international campaign against the discount group, which began a year ago: 20 European NGOs for the protection... more
FairsAnuga 2023: here is the Top Ten of innovations
A total of 689 companies with more than 2,200 ideas applied to be included in the special exhibition
From 7 to 11 October 2023 the international food & beverage industry meets in Cologne at Anuga. Over the course of five days, over 7,800 exhibitors from 118 countries will present an enormous variety of... more
Economy and financeFood raw materials: prices unchanged in September on a monthly basis
According to the FAO report, the index recorded a decline of 10.7% compared to last year
The increase in sugar (+8.9%) and corn (+7%) offsets the decrease in meat (-1%) and dairy products (-2.3%). more
CoffeeCimbali Group acquires its distributor in Switzerland
Enrico Bracesco, already General Manager of the multinational, will become chairman of the Board of Directors of Vassalli Service AG
Cimbali Group, an Italian multinational specialized in the design and production of professional espresso coffee machines and equipment dedicated to coffee shops, announced that on 2 October 2023 the acquisition... more
MeatsParma Ham: 2.5 million pieces sold abroad in 2022
With these numbers the Consortium will present itself at the Anuga stands in the next few days
The Parma Ham Consortium returns to be a protagonist at Anuga, the largest international exhibition dedicated to the food sector, which will take place in Cologne from 7 to 11 October. In a year full of... more
Oils and condimentsModena Balsamic Vinegar: Germany second market for exports (14%)
In Anuga (Cologne, 7-11 October), the Consortium Profile project will be illustrated at the IGP stand
In Cologne, Germany, one of the most significant events in the Food & Beverage sector will take place from 7 to 11 October, the Anuga 2023 fair and the Consortium for the Protection of Balsamic Vinegar... more
AgrifoodAnuga: Italia del Gusto brings out its new excellences
Having recently joined the consortium, Amadori, Arte Bianca and Bauli will be present at the Cologne event
The Italia del Gusto team is further strengthened, the Consortium representing dozens of the most established companies, selected for the quality of the products and the importance of the brand. In fact,... more
SustainabilityEcomondo: a record-breaking fair
In Rimini, from 7 to 10 November, the largest of the 26 editions of the "green" exhibition will take place
Over 1,500 brands, up 10% compared to 2022, on over 150 thousand gross square meters. Over 300 buyers confirmed for a full immersion in cutting-edge sustainable technologies. more
Cheese and dairy productsAn Italian emotion... and also a little German
The Grana Padano stand at Anuga. Director Berni: "A quarter of branded exports goes to Germany"
From 7 to 11 October the Grana Padano Cheese Protection Consortium will be in Germany, in Cologne, to participate in Anuga 2023, the largest business and inspiration platform in the world for the food... more
FairsAnuga: D'Amico presents the digital passport
Among the other novelties: the Black Lentils and the Limited Edition of the "Author's Vases"
D'Amico returns to Anuga for the 2023 edition, scheduled from 7 to 11 October in Cologne. This year too it will participate in the “Tradizione Italiana” exhibition space (read EFA News) among the member com... more
FairsAnuga: from the "Trend zone" to the opportunities of the halal market
Cutting-edge panel and debate at the prestigious Cologne fair which opens its doors on Saturday
In the heart of a fully-fledged exhibition centre, with a gross exhibition area of around 300,000 m², there is a lot to discover and experience at Anuga 2023 from 7 to 11 October. One of the many attractions... more
BeverageRussia, Carlsberg is out
The agreements with Baltika Breweries to produce and sell the brands of the Danish multinational have been cancelled
The Carlsberg Group has officially announced the revocation of its licensing agreements with Baltika Breweries in Russia. These agreements allowed Baltika to produce, market and sell all Carlsberg Group... more
Cheese and dairy productsItalian PDO cheeses: export boom to Germany
Afidop data on the eve of Anuga's departure in Cologne (7-11 October 2023)
The export of PDO cheeses to the German market is booming: in the first half of 2023, denomination cheeses recorded a +25% in value, thanks to a turnover of 262 million euros. This is what the Italian... more
FairsAnuga: Granoro presents "Dedicated" restyling and blockchain technology
Significant growth in exports and important innovations in the 100% Puglia supply chain for the pasta factory
A long-awaited event aimed at exports for Granoro: the Anuga fair in Cologne, scheduled from 7 to 11 October (Hall 7.1 Stand C027a), the main world fair for the food and beverage industry, an important... more
FairsItalian tradition: cheeses and more to conquer Anuga
All-round tastings in a 500 m2 stand at the Koelnmesse
The Italian Tradition center of excellence will be on stage in a few days at Anuga 2023 (Cologne, Koelnmesse, 7-11 October) with a 500 m2 stand in the Fine Food Hall 7.1, B10-D17. The company representatives... more
FairsAnuga: Rosolia(Koelnmesse): "Italian record number of exhibitors"
"Sustainable growth" is the underlying theme of the next edition of the Fair (Cologne, 7-11 October 2023)
The 2023 edition of Anuga returns to Cologne from 7 to 11 October. With over 7,800 exhibitors from 118 countries, and a 94% share of exhibitors from abroad, Anuga once again confirms itself as the world's... more
ForeignSpain. Drought: herds compensated by the end of October
332.3 million euros from the government, including the inconvenience caused by the war in Ukraine
In Spain, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food has published the definitive list of the 70,267 farm owners who will receive extraordinary aid to compensate for the situation due to the drought... more
ForeignFrance: anti-avian vaccination campaign begins
Target: involving almost 64 million ducks in 2700 farms across the country
Announced last spring, the anti-avian vaccination campaign has started in France. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty Marc Fesneau witnessed the first vaccinations carried out in the Landes... more
IndustryPerfetti Van Melle acquires Mondelēz chewing gum
Two factories also detected: operation worth 1.35 billion dollars
C+F Confectionery and Foods SA and Perfetti Van Melle Group BV announce that Perfetti Van Melle has completed the acquisition of Mondelēz International's chewing gum operations in the United States, Canada... more
FairsAnuga Horizon with Eit Food to illustrate the transformation of the food system
Healthy diets and sustainable production: success stories in the limelight at the Cologne trade fair
With new forms of interactive networking, a conference program in collaboration with Anuga Horizon and a "Communication Breakfast" for journalists at the fair and successful food start-ups, Eit Food, the... more
SustainabilityCompost in boutique: Nespresso rewards green customers
60,000 packs available to those who return the spent capsules ready to be recycled
On the occasion of the International Coffee Day that is celebrated on Sunday, october 1. Nespresso returns with the initiative "Compost in Boutique" that rewards customers who bring exhausted capsules... more
Packaging and logisticsLogistic: the german Patrizia SE acquires the Piacenza business park (Italy)
Transaction of 70 million euros for a hub from 80 thousand mq between the A1 and the A21 highways
The german real estate giant Patrizia AG has announced the acquisition of Piacenza Business Park. Draft of an operation from 70 million Euro realized through the fund TransEuropean VII: to sell the logistic... more
SustainabilityNew returnable glass bottling line for Coca Cola
12 million euro investment for plant in Edelstal, Austria
Coca-Cola Hbc has inaugurated a new high-speed returnable glass bottling line at its plant in Edelstal, Austria. The investment for the new plant is 12 million Euros, supported by a 4 million Euros grant... more
FairsSteriltom goes to Anuga in the name of sustainable growth
Director Squeri: "We have projects for biodiversity, regenerative agriculture and water saving"
Steriltom, a European tomato pulp producing company, will be present from 7 to 11 October at the international Anuga fair in Cologne, in Pavilion 11.2 – stand B031 where the key theme of the edition w... more
IndustryKinderini/2. Ferrero has invested 50 million euros in a new production line
120 hires in the company and a cutting-edge machine to make biscuits
Kinder Kinderini, shortbread biscuits officially presented today by Ferrero (read EFA News), are produced in Italy, in the Balvano factory, in the province of Potenza, the same one where Nutella Biscuits... more
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