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Economy and financeUS tariffs, a blow to Italian pasta
America raises tariffs to 107% due to suspected dumping of Molisana and Garofalo products.
US President Donald Trump and EU President Ursula von der Leyen may have also discussed the matter in depth when they met in Scotland on July 27 to finalize the tariffs (see EFA News ), which were later... more
Economy and financePai Partners Reinvests $3.6 Billion in Froneri
Equity deal with Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund completes: new ownership structure for the global ice cream leader
PAI Partners announced the successful completion of a €3.6 billion equity transaction and the creation of a new ownership structure for its approximately 50% stake in Froneri, a global leader in the i... more
Economy and financePrinces is listed on the London Stock Exchange
Mastrolia: "The UK is our core market and hosts a highly experienced management team."
NewPrinces has announced that its subsidiary Princes Group plc will begin the process of listing on the London Stock Exchange. “Our decision to launch the listing process in London represents a key s... more
FairsFruit Attraction 2025 closes with Italy as the protagonist
During the three-day event in Madrid, the Italian stands increased from 196 to 318 in the 2024 edition.
The three-day Fruit Attraction event concludes today in Madrid. The international fruit and vegetable trade show has grown further since its previous edition, attracting 2,460 exhibitors from 64 countries,... more
FairsSigep 2026: Ice-cream Drives the 47th Edition
A record-breaking event is expected, with 1,300 exhibiting brands from over 30 countries
Summer ice-cream consumption (in value) is expected to grow by around 3% compared to 2024, a period that will account for at least 70% of the sector's turnover in Italy, estimated at around €3 billion. M... more
DistributionDoorDash Completes Acquisition of Deliveroo
Xu (CEO): “The Deliveroo app and products you know and love won't go away”
DoorDash has formally completed its acquisition of Deliveroo. In an open letter, DoorDash co-founder and CEO Tony Xu calls it "the beginning of a new chapter, not the end of an old one," declaring that... more
MeatsInalca protagonist at Anuga 2025
Uruguay's premium meat range becomes exclusive to Europe
Also planned is the global launch of Ibis Super Tenera Bresaola, as well as new international partnerships in the sandwich sector. more
Catering and hospitalityO'Tacos launched in Italy
French chain targets the Italian market
O'Tacos, the company that brought French Tacos to the world, announced the launch of its franchising program in Italy at the Salone Franchising Milano, taking place from October 2nd to 4th. The goal is... more
HealthLabomar strengthens its presence in Northern Europe
Drug and food supplement manufacturer acquires Finnish company Pharmia
Labomar, an international nutraceutical company specializing in the research, development, and contract manufacturing of food supplements, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, foods for special medical purposes,... more
Government actsLigurian Taggiasca Olives and Trentino Carne Salada Recognized as PGI
Italian food geographical indications rise to 895, worth over €20 billion.
The designations "Olive Taggiasche Liguri PGI" and "Carne Salada del Trentino PGI" were registered in the Official Journal of the European Union today. According to updated data from the Qualivita Observatory,... more
Cheese and dairy productsAnuga: Comellini brings the excellence of fresh cheeses from Emilia-Romagna
In addition to the renowned squacquerone, the fair will also feature milk mousse and a lactose-free line.
Caseificio Comellini will participate in Anuga 2025, the most important international trade fair dedicated to Food & Beverage, scheduled in Cologne (Germany) from 4 to 8 October 2025. The company will... more
Conserved and jamsWindoria goes shopping in Saudi Arabia
Al-Fursan Al-Maghawear, a manufacturer of shelf-stable food products, acquired
Windoria, an independently managed company indirectly owned by funds affiliated with Investindustrial, has signed an agreement to acquire Al-Fursan Al-Maghawear (Al-Fursan), a Saudi Arabian manufacturer... more
LiqueursItaly among the 6 finalist bartenders at the Flor de Caña Sustainable Cocktail Challenge
Emanuele Aurioso wins the European Regional Finals, paving the way for the 2026 final in Nicaragua.
Six extraordinary bartenders from across Europe were crowned winners of the European Regional Final of the Flor de Caña Sustainable Cocktail Challenge, held in Madrid, Spain. They will now represent Europe... more
Cheese and dairy productsAnuga /2. Italian PDO cheeses on display in Cologne
Grana Padano and other excellent products are among the protagonists of the pavilion dedicated to dairy.
Just a few months after participating in the Tuttofood Milano trade fair, the dairy sector of the Alliance of Italian Cooperatives returns to the stage at a new international event dedicated to the agri-food... more
FairsCasalasco: Pomì and De Rica take center stage at Anuga
The group will present its industrial expertise in private label in Cologne from 4 to 8 October.
Casalasco, a leading agri-food group in the selection, cultivation, processing, packaging, and marketing of tomato products, will participate in the 19th edition of Anuga, the world's leading food and... more
VideoPret a Manger debuts at Milan station
For the first time an opening in an Italian railway station
Pret A Manger, the international coffee chain renowned worldwide for its healthy menus featuring fresh food and organic coffee, has opened in Milan. The location - for the first time in an Italian railway... more
Economy and financeFerrero Completes Acquisition of WK Kellogg
A new chapter in Ferrero's brand acquisition and relaunch strategy in North America
As previously announced on September 24 (read EFA News ), the closing of the $3.1 billion transaction through which the Alba-based confectionery company bought the US giant WK Kellogg's arrived "within... more
Economy and financeAgri-food: Italian exports to hit record levels
Italy is the absolute leader in pasta, tomato products, hams, vinegars, vermouth and apples
The Italian agri-food sector has reached a historic milestone: for the first time, exports have exceeded 70 billion euros, reaching 70.7 billion between June 2024 and May 2025. This nearly doubles the... more
FairsAnuga 2025: Korea within reach... of your palate
Tastings and guided tours to discover the culinary secrets of the next edition's partner country
Korea is the official partner country of Anuga 2025, the world's largest and most influential food and beverage trade fair. This milestone reflects the growing global recognition of Korean food (K-Food)... more
Catering and hospitalityKFC opens its first Italian flagship store in Rome
Near the Trevi Fountain, Colonel Sanders's largest store in Europe
Kentucky Fried Chicken, the world's leading fried chicken company, is opening its first Italian flagship store on Sunday, September 28th in Rome, located in the central Via della Stamperia (corner of Via... more
Economy and financeIntesa Sanpaolo, Fitch upgrades its rating
Analysts' long-term assessment places the bank one step above that of Italy
Fitch Ratings has upgraded Intesa Sanpaolo's long-term senior preferred (unsecured) rating to 'A-' from 'BBB', its short-term deposit rating to 'F1' from 'F2', and its Viability Rating to 'a-' from 'bbb'.... more
SuperfoodBiofarma: Alberto Urli appointed new CEO
New management structure for the nutraceutical company: Arnold becomes president of the group's holding company.
Biofarma Srl, a global specialist in the CDMO sector for nutraceuticals and cosmetics, announces the appointment of Alberto Urli as the Group's new CEO. Urli has achieved excellent results since joining... more
Ice creamTonitto 1939 looks at the opportunities of African markets
Ligurian company arrives at Anuga 2025 and aims to double exports in two years
From October 4th to 8th, Tonitto 1939 will be at Anuga 2025, the most important international trade fair for the Food & Beverage sector, taking place in Cologne. The Ligurian company, a producer of sugar-free... more
FairsItalian agri-food meets US large-scale retail trade
From September 30th to October 1st, America Buys Italian 2025
From September 30 to October 1, 2025, America Buys Italian returns for its fourth edition, the international initiative organized by Export USA and the Italian-American Chamber of Commerce of New York,... more
WinesAmerican Airlines toasts Bollinger as it prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary.
In partnership with the historic Maison, champagne will be served in lounges and on international flights
American Airlines is preparing to celebrate its 100th anniversary with a series of initiatives that combine luxury with the airline's historic heritage. As announced yesterday, the airline has entered... more
Government actsEU: updated list of water pollutants
Six new substances added. Reduced administrative burden for Member States.
The European Commission welcomes the provisional political agreement reached yesterday between the European Parliament and the Council on the Commission's proposal to update the lists of water pollutants.... more
Food safetyEU Commission raises cinnamon alarm
Analysis of the JRC hub centre has highlighted a series of commercial frauds in progress
The EU Commission has detected fraud and potential safety concerns in the spice sector on the European market. This is confirmed by the latest findings of scientists at the JRC (The Joint Research Centre... more
WinesSerena Wines: €847,000 invested in sustainable projects in 2024
Last year the number of employees at the Veneto winery rose to 109
Serena Wines 1881 is also moving toward the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Veneto-based winemaking group has presented its fourth sustainability report, which includes the first... more
Government actsEU: EUDR postponed again
Brazil, Indonesia and the US contest the measure, which would harm their commercial interests
Environment Commissioner Jessica Roswall reportedly raised concerns about slowdowns in the IT system if it were to go live. more
VideoBayer, the corn revolution
Italy leads the way globally for the new Preceon - Smart Corn System
A revolution in corn cultivation. It's the Preceon - Smart Corn System, an innovative cultivation system launched by Bayer and presented in Pozzoleone, in the province of Vicenza, where it was planted... more
AgrifoodInternational Terroir Congress: Puglia will host the 18th edition in 2028
For the first time, the event will take place in Southern Italy. Twelve years ago, it was the Veneto region's turn.
On Tuesday, September 16, the assembly of the International Association of Terroir Experts (SITE) unanimously approved Puglia's candidacy as host region of the 18th International Terroir Congress, to be... more
Catering and hospitalityPret a Manger debuts for the first time on an Italian station
Inauguration at Milan Central. A new opening is coming soon in Bologna
Pret A Manger, an international coffee chain known worldwide for its healthy menus featuring fresh food and organic coffee, has opened a location in Milan Central Station, the second-largest hub within... more
BeverageHeineken strengthens its presence in Central America
Binding agreement to acquire Fifco's beverage and retail businesses for $3.2 billion
Heineken announced the signing of a binding agreement to acquire the multi-category beverage portfolio and convenience retail business of Florida Ice and Farm Company SA (Fifco). This transaction builds... more
FairsEcomondo, everything ready at the Rimini Fiera
The leading event for the circular economy in Europe and the Mediterranean: more than 100 events planned
At the Rimini Fiera: from November 4 to 7, 2025, Ecomondo, organized by Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), shines a spotlight on the circular economy, the green economy, and the blue economy, bringing together... more
FairsMacfrut 2026: Discovering Sicilian Records
A delegation from the fair visited three important companies on the italian island
If there's one area in which Sicily excels, it's its fruit and vegetable production. In quantity (2024 data): its fruit and vegetable cultivation area totals over 263,000 hectares (22% of the national... more
DistributionCarrefour, after Italy, goodbye to Poland?
According to rumours, the French supermarket chain is about to sell 800 stores
The sale of 1,000 Carrefour stores in Italy to Angelo Mastrolia 's NewPrinces (see EFA News ) appears set to continue. According to rumors spread by French media, Carrefour is seeking buyers in an attempt... more
Economy and financeCredit Agricole is getting closer to BPM
Advisors appointed for the operation that would create a European-scale player
Rumors are growing that Credit Agricole Italia, the Italian subsidiary of the French bank, is moving decisively toward Banco BPM, in which the French bank currently holds a 20% stake. According to rumors... more
Catering and hospitalityPopeyes: Targeting 50 locations across Italy within 3 years
The last opening in Rome, with two more ribbon-cuttings to take place in the capital by the end of 2025
Gionfriddo (General Manager): "Our goal is to have more and more Italian suppliers." more
FairsNo Israeli Tourism Fair in Rimini
Excluded from IEG, at the request of the Municipality and the Emilia Romagna Region
Italian Exhibition Group has accepted the requests of Rimini's mayor, Jamil Sadegholvaad , and the president of the Emilia-Romagna Region, Michele de Pascale , who called for the suspension of Israel's... more
Government actsEU Commission: Member States' support for Renure fertilizers welcome
The use of new fertilizers should allow for greater protection of water and the environment
The European Commission welcomes the support given today by European Union Member States for its Renure proposal. By allowing the use of Renure fertilizers above the limit for the application of manure... more
PeopleDeliveroo storm: CEO (and co-founder) Will Shu leaves
The reason, perhaps, is the closing of the DoorDash operation
Difficult times at Deliveroo. The food delivery giant is bracing for a challenging time at the corporate level, as CEO and founder Will Shu has announced his readiness to step down from the company he... more
HealthAlcohol, tobacco, and ultra-processed foods in the dock at the WHO
On September 25, World Lung Day, the report on non-communicable diseases will be released
Pressure from tobacco, alcohol, and ultra-processed food companies is preventing governments from implementing life-saving health policies, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), which will... more
Government actsAnimal Welfare: EU Commission Launches Public Consultation
Funding requested for the revision of EU legislation on animal husbandry
The European Commission has launched a public consultation to gather input on the revision of EU legislation on animal welfare in farms. Farmers, citizens, businesses, national and regional authorities,... more
HealthSanpellegrino Observatory: Hydration Boosts Memory Skills
Even a slight lack of fluids slows reaction times and increases the risk of falls for the elderly.
Hydration is a cornerstone of well-being at all ages and an important support for brain health. Drinking water regularly is a simple gesture that can improve memory, concentration, and mental flexibility,... more
DistributionAlì Group: Revenue to rise to over €1.4 billion (+1.5%) in 2024
EBITDA at €108 million; several openings in Veneto, where the market share is 18.1%.
The Alì Group closed its 2024 financial year with revenues of over €1.4 billion (up 1.5% from the previous year). EBITDA also grew, rising to €108 million (up 1%), while its market share in Veneto stoo... more
FairsAnuga 2025: Exhibitors rise to approximately 8,000
Over 140,000 trade visitors from nearly 200 countries are expected in Cologne from 4 to 8 October.
With approximately 8,000 exhibitors from 110 countries and a gross exhibition space of approximately 290,000 m², Anuga 2025 is the largest edition in the event's history. From October 4 to 8, Cologne... more
ForeignCereals. Brazil: record production in 2024/25, harvested 350.2 tons
Boosted by favorable weather, rice production reaches 12.8 million, marking a 20.6% increase
Brazil has set a new grain production record. According to data from the 12th Cereal Harvest Survey 2024/2025 conducted by the National Supply Company (CONAB), 350.2 tons were harvested, a 16.3% increase... more
Economy and financeCoffee is good for the Nasdaq
Black Rock Coffee Bar made a record debut on Wall Street today, raising $294.1 million in its initial public offering.
Coffee is doing well on Wall Street. Today marked the first day of trading for Nasdaq newcomer Black Rock Coffee Bar, which began trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "BRCB." The new beverage... more
Catering and hospitalityPopeyes advances in Rome
Thursday, September 18th, the inauguration of the new Roman restaurant
After opening at the Maximo Shopping Center, Popeyes – Famous Louisiana Chicken – is consolidating its presence in the capital with a new opening, its first in the heart of the city, scheduled for Thu... more
Economy and financeCommodities. Rice: Indian supply triggers record decline
The US-China trade war is pushing Beijing to buy soybeans from Latin America.
Over the past month, international rice prices have confirmed a markedly downward trend. The price of US medium grain and Thai rice, the benchmarks for japonica and indica varieties, respectively, have... more