Government actsErbazzone Reggiano becomes PGI
Emilia-Romagna strengthens its position as the leading European region for GI
A peasant "poor man's dish," one of the most beloved in the Reggio Emilia tradition. A product passed down through generations, deeply rooted in culture, families, and the identity of communities, as well... more
NewsThe flagship restaurant at Fiumicino Airport
Leonardo da Vinci tops the World's Best Airport rankings, thanks in part to its gastronomic offerings
Fiumicino Airport, Rome's Leonardo da Vinci Airport, is once again one of the best in the world. This was confirmed by the World's Best Airport 2026 ranking by Skytrax, the leading global air transport... more
DessertsFerrero grows in Brazil
Bold Snacks Acquired: 300 Employees to Join the Group
The Ferrero Group announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Bold Snacks, a leading Brazilian company in the premium protein snack segment. Founded in 2018, Bold Snacks has experienced strong... more
FairsTuttofood: 4,000 top buyers from around the world expected
Over 200 events are scheduled at Rho Fiera Milano from May 11th to 14th
The next edition was presented today at the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forestry. more
Government actsEU-Australia: Free trade agreement concluded
Von der Leyen: "Driving prosperity through rules-based trade"
The European Union and Australia announced the adoption of a groundbreaking partnership on security and defense. They also concluded negotiations for an ambitious and balanced free trade agreement (FTA)... more
Cheese and dairy productsItalian Gorgonzola: exports slow down
Across Europe, sales are declining, exept in Canada
25,445 tons of Gorgonzola PDO were exported in 2025, equal to approximately 39% of annual production (Clal data). Compared to the previous year, this represents a 2.14% decrease compared to 2024. Antonio... more
Pasta and bakery productsGranoro accelerates sustainability and digitalization efforts
Energy efficiency is at the heart of an investment plan worth over €18 million
Technological innovation, reduced energy consumption, and streamlined production processes: these are the pillars of the investment plan on which Granoro has focused its resources to make its industrial... more
Government actsTuttofood. Fitto: "A showcase of European and Italian excellence"
EU Vice-President praises the continent's solidity and resilience in the agri-food sector
"European agri-food exports continue to prove solid and resilient. Despite a complex global context, the sector confirms its central role, contributing significantly to the Union's economic growth and... more
HealthEFSA and FAO reach agreement on health protection
Three-year partnership to promote science-based solutions
EFSA, the European Food Safety Authority, and FAO, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, have signed a memorandum of understanding strengthening their cooperation and reaffirming... more
FairsMacfrut 2026: Spotlight on innovation in fruit and vegetable growing
From artificial intelligence in the field to anti-hail nets and agrovoltaic panels
Artificial intelligence in the field, next-generation agricultural machinery, and technological solutions for sustainable agriculture with reduced labor requirements: these are some of the innovations... more
Government actsEU and Colombia are friends again thanks to French fries.
Anti-dumping duties on European frozen products removed
With Colombian Resolution 108 of March 11, 2026, Colombia lifted all anti-dumping duties on imports of frozen French fries from Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands, restoring full market access for 85%... more
FairsIEG: Revenues grow in 2025
Supported by the development of organised events and M&A
The board of directors of Italian Exhibition Group, a leading Italian company in the organization of international trade fairs and listed on Euronext Milan, has approved the draft statutory and consolidated... more
FairsTuttofood/2. A Manifesto for the Future of Food
Exhibition space growing (+15%) compared to the 2025 edition
At Tuttofood 2026, the Italian and European industrial model, where multinational giants coexist with thousands of thriving SMEs and hundreds of highly successful PDO and PGI products, will be mirrored... more
Fruit and vegetablesCauliflower: Italy is the world's eighth largest producer
The country is in second place in Europe behind Spain, with growing numbers
The second National Brassica Day brought together academic experts, seed companies, distributors, protection consortia, and international players at the Royal Palace of Portici, south of Naples, to discuss... more
FairsIEG strengthens its Vicenza office
New prestigious events and important confirmations on the calendar for 2026
IEG (Italian Exhibitor Group) continues its efforts to consolidate Vicenza's role as a destination and hub for the meetings industry in the Northeast. With the arrival of prestigious new events and important... more
IndustryItalian flour exports boom
Martinelli (Italmopa): "Excellent products, thanks to the unparalleled skill of Italian millers"
In 2025, the volume of Italian exports of soft wheat flour and durum wheat semolina amounted to approximately 362,000 tonnes and 142,000 tonnes, respectively, with an increase of 10.1 percentage points... more
AgrifoodBayer accelerates regenerative viticulture
The "Regenerate to Grow" project aims to increase yield and improve soil health
"Regenerate to Grow" was held today at the San Patrignano Auditorium (in the North of Italy, near to Rimini), an event sponsored by Bayer to present and share a concrete regenerative agriculture project... more
VideoRisks in the agri-food sector: how to manage them?
Some of the protagonists of the dss+ symposium speak: Mirone (Barilla), Bulgarelli (Lactalis), Marino (dss+)
A 360-degree risk analysis in the agri-food sector: this is the summary of the conference organized in Bologna on March 3, 2026 by dss+ on "Risk Management in the Agri-Food Sector" (see EFA News article).Managers... more
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FairsMacfrut 2026: Spotlight on innovation in fruit and vegetable growing
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Exhibition space growing (+15%) compared to the 2025 edition
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