FairsMade in Italy fruits and vegetables remain strong and thriving
They account for one-quarter of the country's total agricultural production
Although the international environment is increasingly complex and production costs are rising, at Fruit Attraction, the international fruit and vegetable fair currently underway in Madrid, the pavilions... more
NewsBarilla USA wins because of... labeling issues
The brand defeats consumers who filed a class-action lawsuit: “No. 1 Brand in Italy” is not misleading
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Economy and financeItalian sounding: Asiago beats Citterio
The Milan Court of Appeal recognises protected designation of origin (PDO) status for Asiago in the U.S.
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Packaging and logisticsCustoms: EU reform is operational
Mellano (Nord Ovest): "One of the most important changes in recent decades"
Up to €2.7 billion per year in potential savings on compliance costs, increased digitalization, improved data quality, and more targeted controls. These are some of the expected benefits of the recently a... more
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New frontiers in technology take center stage at the event’s panel discussions (BolognaFiere, October 19–21, 2026)
Artificial intelligence that responds to guests and manages reservations; robots that assist staff with repetitive tasks; and professional kitchens that are increasingly connected and automated. The technological... more
Studies and researchHeineken: Bars and Pubs play a key role in choosing travel destinations
Beers produced by the Dutch group and purchased on vacation are worth 2.5 billion euros a year
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PeopleMarchesi 1824: Ivan Haller appointed new CEO
Prada, owner of the Milan-based brand, aims to strengthen and further develop it
Ivan Haller is the new CEO of Marchesi 1824. He has over 25 years of experience in luxury hospitality, developing and leading restaurant and food & beverage businesses in Europe, the Middle East, Asia,... more
Studies and researchSustainable Agriculture: American Chemical Society awards Italian scientist
On behalf of Syngenta, Camilla Corsi conducts research on crop chemicals and climate change
Camilla Corsi, Syngenta's global head of crop protection research and development, has been recognized by the American Chemical Society, one of the world's largest scientific societies, for her work in... more
NewsBayer Italy moves into Mind - Milan Innovation District
An innovative building that reflects the company's new organizational model
It's the tallest building in Italy with a load-bearing structure made of laminated wood, LEED certified, and designed according to sustainable construction criteria. We're talking about the Horizon complex,... more
FairsTuttofood 2028: Two New Pavilions and the Global Date Experience
Expanded exhibition capacity and new B2B platform for the global date supply chain
Two new pavilions and new projects dedicated to the international agri-food supply chain. Tuttofood, the international B2B platform for the agri-food sector, is already showing signs of growth and innovation... more
Pasta and bakery productsRoman Pinsa conquers the United Kingdom
Di Marco will be the protagonist at The Italian Show London on September 29th
Di Marco Società Benefit brings Pinsa Romana to London, a product created in 2001 from the intuition and research of Corrado Di Marco and now a symbol of contemporary Italian cuisine. Deeply rooted in... more
Studies and researchWorld's first grape metabolomic atlas created
Mach Foundation study published in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry
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DessertsNexture enjoys La Crema
Company strengthens its presence in the Middle East and expands its offering
Nexture, a global integrated group specializing in the development and production of high-quality food ingredients and value-added solutions, owned by an independently managed investment firm affiliated... more
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The actor, writer and food enthusiast embraces the brand's philosophy
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Packaging and logisticsScatolificio del Garda: double hit in Spain
The italian food packaging company acquires a majority stake in Graphi Red and Meraki
Scatolificio del Garda (SDG), a company specializing in food packaging and controlled by Fondo Italiano d'Investimento SGR since 2025 through its agri-food supply chain vehicle Fiaf-Fondo Italiano Agri... more
NewsParma Food Valley: double-digit export growth in 2025
Barilla pasta is worth €2.5 billion, while Parma ham is also doing well (€700 million).
Tomorrow evening, the Dinner of the Thousand returns, having already sold over 80 tickets abroad. more
Economy and financeElectrolux strike in Italy
The company wants to increase production, but closes its factory and confirms 1,450 redundancies
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AgrifoodBayer: Targeting Ten Innovative Agrochemicals
Herbicides and insecticides to implement corn crops and more
Bayer is achieving its previously announced ambitious goal of launching ten flagship products within ten years, beginning with major Crop Science innovations in the world's major agricultural regions.... more
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NewsBarilla USA wins because of... labeling issues
The brand defeats consumers who filed a class-action lawsuit: “No. 1 Brand in Italy” is not misleading
Barilla has won a class-action lawsuit filed in the United States by a consumer group over the “Italy’s #1 Brand of Pasta” label printed on packaging sold in the U.S. According to the consumer group, the w... more
FairsTuttofood 2028: Two New Pavilions and the Global Date Experience
Expanded exhibition capacity and new B2B platform for the global date supply chain
Two new pavilions and new projects dedicated to the international agri-food supply chain. Tuttofood, the international B2B platform for the agri-food sector, is already showing signs of growth and innovation... more
Economy and financeItalian sounding: Asiago beats Citterio
The Milan Court of Appeal recognises protected designation of origin (PDO) status for Asiago in the U.S.
Packaging and logisticsCustoms: EU reform is operational
Mellano (Nord Ovest): "One of the most important changes in recent decades"
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New frontiers in technology take center stage at the event’s panel discussions (BolognaFiere, October 19–21, 2026)
Artificial intelligence that responds to guests and manages reservations; robots that assist staff with repetitive tasks; and professional kitchens that are increasingly connected and automated. The technological... more
FairsMade in Italy fruits and vegetables remain strong and thriving
They account for one-quarter of the country's total agricultural production
Although the international environment is increasingly complex and production costs are rising, at Fruit Attraction, the international fruit and vegetable fair currently underway in Madrid, the pavilions... more
FairsTuttofood 2028: Two New Pavilions and the Global Date Experience
Expanded exhibition capacity and new B2B platform for the global date supply chain
FairsHIP has arrived in Italy: registrations are now open for the first edition...
From October 19 to 21, BolognaFiere will become the center of the HoReCa sector, welcoming over 300 companies and 10,000 industry profess...
