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IndustrySns Food takes a taste for innovation with Centric Plm
Chinese seasoning and spice manufacturer selects the software to drive competitiveness
Sns Food Co., Ltd, the Chinese condiment and spice company, chose Centric Software's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solution. Centric Software offers the most innovative enterprise solutions for planning,... more
Catering and hospitalityThe historic Caffè Pedrocchi turns 190
Celebrates its anniversary with a day dedicated to the city of Padua
It was June 9, 1831, when for the first time the Pedrocchi café in Padua was inaugurated in its current architectural conformation, wanted by the roaster Antonio Pedrocchi and built on the project of... more
WinesGruppo Dosio takes over Cantine Coppo
The typical characteristics of the Langhe and Monferrato are strengthened
Cantine Coppo, the prestigious historical winery of Canelli with 125 years of history, now becomes part of the Dosio Group: the two companies aim to preserve and enhance the typicality of the Langhe and... more
FairsThe agri-food sector restarts from Cibus 2021
Confirmed the first major fair to reopen in presence, in Parma from 31 August to 3 September
Cibus 2021 is the first major Italian B2B international fair to reopen in attendance, in Parma from 31 August to 3 September. For the Italian food and beverage Cibus represents a pass for the restart and... more
NewsThe threat of pesticides looms over plant-based tableware
For Confeuro this is a serious mortgage on the green transition
Data released by Beuc indicate that 53% of compostable or bioplastic plates, cutlery and straws contain toxic substances and pesticides more
PeopleVivino: Olivier Grémillon is the new CEO
The former Booking.com and Airbnb executive will lead the marketplace's expansion and growth
Vivino, the largest online wine marketplace, has appointed Olivier Grémillon as the new CEO of the company, effective July 26. Heini Zachariassen, the current CEO and founder of Vivino, will pass the b... more
Economy and financeArteOlio is financed with 5.3 million for development
Credit line from Banco Bpm and Banca Carige
The agricultural company ArteOlio has received new medium / long-term credit lines for 5.3 million euros, which have been approved by a pool of banks composed of Banca Carige and Banco Bpm, acting as agent... more
BeveragePeroni beer and the blockchain traceability of 100% Italian malt
It allows consumers to follow the path of the raw material from the field to the bottle
"Sustainability and transparency towards the consumer are also the fundamental assets of the project that led to the introduction this year, on the beers of the Peroni range, of the traceability in blockchain... more
NewsSpot Dietorelle reported to the Guarantor for Children, Agcom and Antitrust
Sapphic kisses and naked women on air at all hours of the day
For Vittorio Sgarbi, advertising for the well-known Sperlari candy brand is immoral for children. more
NewsItaly: Food & Beverage business of 64 billion, but Brexit worries
Ambrosetti, record exports of 46 billion and + 56% online in 2020
Italian Food & Beverage is a 64 billion euro business with delivery that marked a + 56%, between food and drinks, in 2020. This is what emerged from the "Roadmap of the future for Food & Beverage" report... more
Fruit and vegetablesFruttagel closes 2020 with a slight decline
Turnover of 129 million, exploits of vegetable drinks (+ 17%).
The export share of the Ravenna cooperative stands at 7% of revenues. more
Catering and hospitalityStart up: Miscusi is financed with another 20 million
The company owned by Angelo Moratti convinces the American Kitchen Fund
New loan of 20 million euros for Miscusi, the Italian brand of chain restaurants specialized in pasta, with 11 restaurants in six cities. The figure comes from a further round of Mip, the venture capital... more
Economy and financeThe M&A of Food & Beverage suffers little from Covid
Accordinng to Pwc, + 36.3% value of operations in 2020, + 207% Italy
Mergers and acquisitions in the Food & Beverage sector suffered little from the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. According to an analysis carried out by Pwc, in 2020 the sector recorded, globally, an... more
Fairs"La Via delle Erbe" at Sana fair from 9 to 12 September
Fire will be the leitmotif of the 2021 initiative
Launched by Siste in collaboration with the association of herbalist technicians of the University of Turin Altea and with Sana (international organic fair), La Via delle Erbe aims to raise awareness of... more
IndustryConsorzi Agrari d'Italia chooses Microsoft
The cloud to support the sustainable development of the agri-food sector
Cai, Consorzi Agrari d'Italia, has chosen Microsoft's cloud solutions to standardize the management and optimize the operations of a complex, geographically extensive and highly heterogeneous organization,... more
IndustryGuala Pack acquires the Easysnap Technology single-dose sachet company
An operation aimed at increasing productivity, innovation and sustainability
Guala Pack SpA announces the acquisition of the majority stake in Easysnap Technology, a leading company in the Italian packaging Valley, known for having patented the Easysnap technology, an innovative... more
Studies and researchClimate change and plant diseases
Agroinnova at the forefront of the international studio that closes the IYPH
Eleven researchers from all over the world have been asked to take stock of the studies conducted to date on the relationship between plant diseases and climate change and to design a strategy that is... more
IndustryRizzoli Emanuelli turns 115 years
Celebrate with a new logo and the expansion of the Parma production plant
Rizzoli Emanuelli, the oldest Italian fish preserves company, turns 115. It was founded in Parma in June 1906 by the brothers Luigi and Emilio Zefirino Rizzoli together with Aldo and Antonietta Emanuelli,... more
NewsImpaqt, the project funded by the EU's Horizon 2020 program
Launches training on intelligent management tools for aquaculture systems
During the month of May 2021, Impaqt (intelligent Management Systems for Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture) launched an online training in Mooc format, with contents organized in 3 modules, covering... more
IndustryCarlsberg Group renews its commitment to the environment
Inaugurated a new and innovative water recycling plant
World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5, this year dedicated to the theme of "restoring ecosystems", with the aim of raising public awareness on the importance of finding solutions that regenerate... more
WinesCarpenè Malvolti grew in 2020 in volumes and turnover
Scimone (dg): "The research and innovation activity has never stopped: three new sparkling wine selections are born"
Exclusive interview with the CEO of the Conegliano company, who has just carried out an accurate restyling of the historic logo and coordinated image. more
ForeignSuperior Taste Award 2021: 2,218 awards, including food and drinks
Two products in Italy have obtained the special Crystal Award/Video awards
Among the various winners, Amigos Caffè from Trieste, Dolomia water from Sorgente Valcimoliana, bakery products from Dolciaria Acquaviva, cheeses from Latterie Venete, pesto from Pra'(Bruzzone and Ferrari), Raspini cured meats and fruit from OpArmonia. more
MeatsCyber attack on multinational meat company Jbs
Filiera Italia: "For the US, China and Russia food security priority of national security, Europe should open your eyes"
The news came directly from JBS, who communicated through a note that he was the victim of an "organized attack on cyber security". It was the North American and Australian IT systems that were specifically... more
Cheese and dairy productsEU: Estonia registers Sõir Igp
With this recognition, all EU countries have certified GI products
First recognition of an agri-food Geographical Indication for Estonia: the certification of GIs as an instrument for the enhancement and protection of the territory continues in Europe; on 31 may the registration of the first African DOP more
Mineral waters and drinksFerrarelle: 2020 turnover slightly down
However, sales volumes and EBITDA grow
Ferrarelle closed 2020 with a turnover of 204 million, down from 210.4 million in 2019, but with an increase of 3.3% in liters of water sold. EBITDA amounted to 16.1 million and recorded an increase of... more
IndustryUK: Ferrero related company agreement to acquire Burton's Biscuit
From Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board
The Ferrero CTH related Company today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Burton’s Biscuit Company (“Burton’s”) from Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board (“Ontario Teachers’”)... more
NewsThe first African PDO recognized by the EU arrives
Rooibos PDO/Red Bush PDO registered in the Ig Ue list
The European strategy for the enlargement of the Geographical Indications system continues successfully, also through the recognition of non-EU products more
WinesBardolino Dop Chiaretto: the emoticon dedicated to pink wine has been presented
Request forwarded to Unicode Consortium to "end the marginalization of rosé"
In support of the initiative, which also asks for an icon for this new global trend phenomenon, a petition is added during "100 Note in Rosa" more
Oils and condimentsInternational Olive Council: first contacts with Pakistan
Videoconference tests the feasibility of the Asian country's entry into the Coi
The International Olive Council (Coi) has contacted Pakistan in recent days to inquire about its development plans for the national olive sector, agreeing to hold a virtual meeting on the issue. On May... more
Mineral waters and drinksFonti Italiane takes over Pejo and Goccia di Carnia
The two brands come under the control of the private equity Orienta Capital Partners
Club Deal Fonti Italiane Srl, vehicle of Orienta Capital Partners, a private equity company specializing in investments in Italian SMEs, has acquired the absolute majority (57.8%) of Cristallina Holding... more
IndustryValpizza acquires La Pizza +1
Second operation in a few days for the subsidiary of Aksìa Group
Another acquisition in less than two weeks for Valpizza, the subsidiary of Aksìa Capital V, a fund managed by Aksìa Group, which is thus establishing a new national pole for the production of industrial p... more
IndustryMaschio Gaspardio (agricultural machinery) is financed with Italian Guarantee
Collected 120 million euros, of which 76 guaranteed by Sace
The Maschio Gaspardo Group, leader in the production of agricultural machinery and equipment, has signed an important financing agreement for a total of 120 million euros, of which 76 million assisted... more
Economy and financeFrankly Bubble Tea: one million euro capital increase
Objectives: development on the territory and digitalization of the business
Frankly, the Italian Bubble Tea chain with a strong international footprint, announces that it has closed a capital increase of one million euros to further develop its business in Italy. The objectives... more
FairsThe Italy of wine toasts the restart
The Wine Buyers Summit, the first international fair in presence post Covid, is starting
Italia del vino toasts the restart, with the first international fair in attendance, to inaugurate after the Covid emergency, dedicated to Italian producers and exports: the event is Wine Buyers Summit,... more
Economy and financeFoodiverse reaches €311 million in turnover in 2020
The Group has reported an annual growth rate of 6.7% over the past 5 years
Foodiverse, a multinational company with experience in the production of fresh and healthy foods in 2020, achieved a total turnover of 311 million Euros, reporting a small decrease of 3.9% compared to... more
ForeignUsa: Sysco announces agreement for the purchase of Greco and Sons
One of the main independent distributors of Italian specialties in the States
Sysco announced in recent days that it has entered into an agreement for the acquisition of Greco and Sons, one of the main independent distributors of Italian specialties in the States, taking over from... more
IndustryAli Group makes $3.3 bln cash bid for U.S. rival Welbilt
The proposal topps a buyout bid made by rival Middleby Corp last month
In response to media reports, the Italian Ali Holding S.r.l. (Ali Group, with important brands, like Carpigiani, Rancilio, etc), one of the largest and most diversified global leaders in the foodservice... more
Economy and financeRiello Investimenti Partners expands into Venture Capital
Linfa Ventures is born, the first new generation Italian AgriFood fund
Riello Investimenti Partners Sgr expands into Venture Capital. The launch of this new asset class - which joins Private Equity and Private Debt - takes place through the promotion of Linfa Ventures, the... more
ForeignSpain: food and beverage industry resists Covid impact
The 2020 Economic Report of the Iberian Fiab
In Spain, as evidenced by the 2020 Economic Report of the Spanish Federation of Food and Beverage Industries (FIAB), the food and beverage sector has shown great resilience to the impact of the pandemic,... more
DistributionPuma and Haribo create a line of sneakers and clothing
Here comes the collection inspired by the famous golden bears
The new collaboration between Puma and Haribo gives life to a collection of sneakers and clothing. The team of the sporting goods company took inspiration from the iconic golden bears and the brand's packaging,... more
Studies and researchSustainability in agri-food for the Italian GenZ
Trust in made in Italy, Dop and Igp products and attention to the environment
This is what emerges from the study conducted by AstraRicerche for McDonald's Italy. more
IndustryEat Just: $170 million for Good Meat expansion
The fake meat company is preparing to enter the US market
Eat Just has raised $ 170 million in funding for the expansion of its Good Meat cultured meat division, and is preparing for entry into the US market. With the transaction, Good Meat becomes a subsidiary... more
IndustrySaputo: two new acquisitions in the dairy alternatives sector
A total investment of 72.6 million dollars
The Montreal-based dairy company Saputo has announced two strategic acquisitions in the dairy alternatives and value-added ingredients sectors, for a total investment of 187 million Cad (approximately... more
IndustryMarfrig acquires a quarter of the Brf shares
An operation of approximately 800 million dollars
The Brazilian meat company Marfrig has acquired a minority stake of 24% of the local competitor Brf. The shares were purchased for approximately $ 800 million, as confirmed by Reuters. Marfrig explained... more
Catering and hospitalityAutogrill launches veg sandwich in collaboration with Nestlé
Wowburger is born from a new partnership
It is a sandwich that contains the vegetable burger made by Nestlé and developed for Autogrill, in a special version, by chef Simone Salvini. more
IndustryMondelēz eats Chipita for $ 2 billion
Greek company specializing in baked goods (croissants and snacks) in Central-Eastern Europe
Mondelēz International announced the acquisition of Hellenic company Chipita Sa, a major player in the croissant and baked snack category in Central and Eastern Europe, for $ 2 billion. Chipita was founded... more
NewsFood Summit UN, the Mediterranean diet at risk?
Vacondio: "Behind health and the environment lies the assault on market shares in Italy's food"
From attacks on our eating style to the Nutri-Score: the president of Federalimentare across the board in a long interview in Il Sole 24 Ore. more
Economy and financeValpizza (Aksìa) takes over the Apulian C&D
The company produces pre-fried frozen gastronomic specialties from the oven
Aksìa Capital V, a fund managed by Aksìa Group SGR, has acquired - through the subsidiary Valpizza - C&D Srl, an Apulian company leader in the production of pre-fried frozen gastronomic specialties. T... more
Economy and financeConsorzi Agrari d'Italia: the first balance sheet approved
Cai closed with a profit of over 6 million euros
On 25 May 2021, the assembly of the members of Consorzi Agrari d'Italia (Cai) was held at the headquarters of Cai in route Ventiquattro Maggio in Rome. The meeting approved the first financial statements... more
Import-exportUnifrutti lemons: segmented demand satisfied all year round
Imports with edible peel in counter-season tripled
Covid-19 accelerated the consumption trend of all citrus fruits around the world in 2020 and in the case of lemons, the acceleration did not concern only the quantities, but also the segmentation of consumer... more