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BeverageHeineken will purchase the Asahi brands
It brings together the Strongbow global portfolio
Heineken has signed an agreement to acquire five beer and cider brands from Asahi Beverages, an operation that will meet the conditions for Asahi's purchase of Carlton & United Breweries (Cub). The condition... more
FairsFieravicola 2021: presentations in North Africa and Russia
The first international webinairs start at the end of November
With the start of the commercial campaign, the organizational machine committed to creating the 2021 edition of Fieravicola, which will be held in the Rimini exhibition center from 4 to 6 May next year,... more
Economy and financeMichal Ron (Sace) elected president of the Berne Union
The challenge: to find strategies to support exporters and banks in our economic context
Michal Ron , Sace's chief International officer, was elected president of the Berne Union (International Union of Export Credit and Investment Insurers). The non-profit association currently represents... more
Cheese and dairy productsFrance. Danone invests in "organic infant milk"
New 25 million Euro organic milk plant
The Danone company has announced its plans to build a new plant for the production of organic baby milk in France, in order to meet the growing demand from French consumers for organic products. An investment... more
Conserved and jamsGiglio Group brings Mutti to China
Implement the marketing strategy, promotion and distribution of products overseas
Giglio Group SpA, a company engaged in Italy in the design, construction and management of e-commerce platforms with high added value and listed in the Star segment of the Italian stock exchange (Ticker... more
Packaging and logisticsBrambles: regenerative supply chains by 2025
New vision and new objectives in terms of sustainability
Brambles, the supply chain solutions company operating under the Chep brand, has launched a new five-year sustainability program. Using its circular operating model, the company intends to transform the... more
Press releaseKellyDeli Launches Fundraiser To Support "Action Against Hunger"
Sushi protagonist in the Instagram campaign #passitwiththechops
Tomorrow, Friday 16 October, the KellyDeli campaign, the company that owns the Sushi Daily brand, will start raising funds to support Action Against Hunger, an international humanitarian organization that... more
Economy and financeFirst report on the impact of European incubators and accelerators
Presentation by the Social Innovation Monitor research team
The Social Innovation Monitor research team, based in the management and production engineering department of the Politecnico di Torino, will present online the results of the analyzes carried out for... more
Economy and financeCrédit Agricole Italia and Ismea support the development of Giorgio Tesi
Financing to foster the growth and support of the Group's economic activities
Crédit Agricole Italia, which has always been one of the main banks in support of the Agri-Agro sector, has provided a loan to the Giorgio Tesi company guaranteed by Ismea. The institute of services for... more
ForeignWorld Halal Authority (Wha) lands in the UK
The Italian certification body expands its services to the UK
The Italian certification body World Halal Authority (Wha) has decided to provide its services also in England. In Italy there are already several companies that have obtained the certification of Wha,... more
CoffeeGlycemia: Coffee in the early morning can help
The drink reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by about 30%, according to a British study
A study published by the British Journal of Nutrition - "Glucose control upon waking is unaffected by hourly sleep fragmentation during the night, but is impaired by morning caffeinated coffee" - states... more
Economy and financeAquaVision 2020: biennial conference of the aquaculture sector
Event organized by Skretting and Nutreco to discuss industry challenges and opportunities
For the first time AcquaVision 2020, the biennial conference of the aquaculture sector organized by Skretting and Nutreco, took place in virtual mode. The event that has brought together decision makers... more
WinesSanta Margherita Wine group elected "Winery of the Year"
This was decreed by the Gambero Rosso wine guide of Italy 2021
The Santa Margherita wine group wins the “Winery of the Year” award for the Gambero Rosso wine guide of Italy 2021, one of the most prestigious exhibitions in the field of Italian wine production.The com... more
Fairs#CiockDown: Eurochocolate's surrender to the pandemic
The 27th edition of the "sweetest" event in Perugia has been deleted
The 27th edition of Eurochocolate was scheduled for October 16, a famous annual event dedicated to the culture of chocolate in the city of Perugia. Just 7 days from the start, following an ordinance of... more
CoffeeDates set for Sigep 2021, but with an "Expanded" edition
The Salon of ice cream, pastry, artisan bakery, coffee
Sigep 2021 is back, the "Ice-Cream, Pastry, Artisan Bakery, Coffee Show", but with a much more "Expanded" version of an entire week that will see the alternation of present events and completely digital... more
FairsInauguration of the International Alba White Truffle Fair
An event dedicated to safety
With the inauguration of Friday 9 October, the 90th edition of the international Alba White Truffle fair has officially opened, proving the courage of an entire territory that does not give up on its most... more
BeverageThaifex – Anuga Asia 2020 ends successfully
Spotlight on the future of Food & Beverage; interest of international buyers
Despite the difficult economic and health situation, Thaifex - Anuga Asia, one of the first commercial events to open in Asia following the pandemic, hosted 797 exhibitors and 21,104 visitors and professionals... more
Economy and financeCth of the Ferrero Group acquires Fox's Biscuits
It will incorporate two manufacturing plants in Kirkham and Batley, UK
Cth, a Belgian holding affiliated with the Ferrero group, announced a definitive agreement under which it will acquire the Fox's and private label biscuits business, including some important historical... more
Press releaseFacebook, the adv that works
Report Nestlé / Nielsen certifies boom in Baci Perugina sales
Thanks to a collaboration with Nielsen, Nestlè has conducted a two-year marketing mix modeling (MMM) study, to measure the effectiveness of the promotional campaign and the impact of the means used in... more
WinesRiccardo Cotarella signs the Eisacktaler Kellerei wines
A consultancy to enhance the territory and create new labels
Riccardo Cotarella , one of the best known Italian oenologists, will sign the wines of the Eisacktaler Kellerei Eisack Valley winery, and will cover the role of consultant starting from the current harvest... more
FairsFood, health and sustainability protagonists of "Sana Restart 2020"
The international exhibition of organic and natural products of BolognaFiere is starting
The appointment with "Sana Restart" is approaching, the international exhibition of organic and natural products, scheduled at the Bologna exhibition center from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October. Food, health... more
PeopleValentina Massa elected new Effpa president
The MD of Italian Dalma Mangimi
The General Assembly of the Effpa (the European Former Foodstuff Processors Association) elected Valentina Massa , president of the European Ex Foodstuff Processors Association. Massa is the Managing Director... more
Cheese and dairy productsGranarolo launches new Tetra Stelo
Plant-based packaging made up of 87% renewable sources
Great news for the Granarolo Group, which chooses the sustainable packaging "Tetra Stelo Aseptic Edge Wingcap" for the milk line of the "Accadì High Digestibility Lactose Free" range. This is a package... more
Press release"Crema", the new ice cream format in Milan
Launched by Giorgio Bulgari, a second opening is scheduled for early 2021
It takes courage to open new stores in this period, especially in a competitive square like that of Milan where there is no shortage of formats dedicated to ice cream. Yet this is the challenge launched... more
Catering and hospitalityCirfood promotes the new Position Paper 2020
The road map towards a circular economic model for the relaunch of Italy
Cirfood, part of the Alliance for the circular economy, promotes the new "Position Paper 2020" which presents the road map towards a circular economic model for the relaunch of Italy. Five objectives and... more
Press releaseMondelēz Internazional celebrates the second "Purpose Day" of the year
Awareness raising on food waste in collaboration with Banco Alimentare
Today, October 1, 2020, Mondel Internationalz International, Inc., a snacking company celebrates its second annual "Purpose Day" to strengthen its commitment to a more sustainable product, and celebrate... more
Press releaseMarine Stewardship Council publishes new "Annual Report"
409 fishing activities have the certification Msc
Marine Stewardship Council, an international non-profit organization that promotes ocean health through its seafood sustainability standards, publishes the new annual report containing data and the progress... more
CoffeeThe "Community of the Rite of Espresso Coffee" is born
The support campaign to win Unesco is launched
On the occasion of the world coffee day scheduled for next 1st October 2020, the Consortium for the protection of traditional Italian espresso coffee announces the birth of the "Community of the Rite of... more
Cheese and dairy productsNestlé: new accelerator for the development of dairy and vegetable products
6 months to bring new ideas from the concept to the test laboratory
Nestlé has launched a new research and development (R&D) acceleration program in an effort to boost innovation in sustainable dairy and plant-based dairy alternatives. The accelerator, located in the... more
FairsBuyFood Toscana: Spotlight on regional food "champions"
45 selected Tuscan companies and 38 international buyers
BuyFood Toscana 2020, the regional event and Chamber of Commerce of Florence-PromoFirenze, is back with PDO, Igp and Agriqualità products of the territory. The initiative is organized by the Sistema Toscana... more
Press releaseLNG trucks are traveling in Sicily
Nicolosi Trasporti creates the first liquid natural gas distributor in southern Italy
The first Lng (Liquid Natural Gas) distribution plant in Sicily was inaugurated, built by Nicolosi Trasporti, a logistics company chaired by Gaetano Nicolosi , and historical partner of Lidl Italia. The... more
Economy and financeAmorim caps: certified quantity of Co2
Italian Valdobbiadene Producers Winery inserts the certifications in his sustainability report
Amorim Cork Italy, a company engaged in the production of corks, helps wineries to become more sustainable. In this regard, the company certified the quantity of Co2 absorbed by the one-piece cap, the... more
Press releaseThinkAbout: model for combating food waste
The innovative start-up protagonist at the Milan CSR Show
The eighth edition of the CSR and social innovation exhibition scheduled in Milan on 29 and 30 September, sees among its protagonists ThinkAbout, the first company in Italy to exploit food surpluses in... more
BeverageDoppio Malto continues to grow and lands abroad
Turnover of 16 million; new openings in Italy and France
Doppio Malto, a brewery born in Erba, near Milan, in 2004, continues its expansion, not only in Italy, but also internationally. The company has confirmed the opening of 4 new offices by the end of the... more
Press releaseBest Brands Italia returns in March 2021
The 6th edition has been postponed to decree the brands most loved by consumers
"Best Brands Italia" will return next year, given that the sixth edition is set for 24 March 2021. The pandemic has influenced the decision to move the date from November 2020 to March next year, thus... more
IndustryDried fruit market: the leaders are optimistic
The INC survey shows an industry ready to restart
The survey conducted by the "International Nuts and Dried Fruit Council" shows that the dried fruit market is strong and ready to accept new production challenges. A few months after the peak of the health... more
Press releaseFeed4Future carbon neutral offering now available for Skretting customers
First-to-market low impact feed now available for Italian farmers, taking Italian aquaculture to new levels of sustainability
Feed4Future is born, the innovative carbon neutral line feeds by Skretting based on raw materials and by-products from the food industry. About a quarter of the world's greenhouse gas emissions are generated... more
Economy and finance"R Factor", Forum of the Economy of Romagna
Among the speeches there will be that of Joseph Stiglitz
Back with the fourth edition, "R Factor", the forum of the economy of Romagna, to be held in "Cesena Fiera", on October 16th. The event will see the participation of companies, institutions, trade associations,... more
CoffeeDe' Longhi Group: growing in the high-teens in the third quarter
Higher digits than the estimates made at the end of the first half
The De 'Longhi Group, one of the players in the small household appliance sector dedicated to the world of coffee, cooking, air conditioning and home care, estimates strong growth in sales in the high-teens... more
Press releaseAndriani Spa among the Italian companies considered "Best Managed Companies 2020"
"Winning ways of managing organizational change in the transition from family to managerial business
The Andriani SpA company, known for the production of "Innovation food", is among the winners of the 3rd edition of the "Best Managed Companies Award 2020", an initiative promoted by Deloitte to support... more
Cheese and dairy productsInternational tour of Pecorino Toscano PDO
Upcoming promotional events in Spain, USA and Canada
Pecorino Toscano PDO returns to travel with 3 new international events. The first will be a Spanish stop and then will take off to North America, heading for Canada and the United States of America. A... more
Fruit and vegetablesChange of management for Apofruit
Ernesto Fornari is the new group's general manager
Change of management for the Apofruit Group, a cooperative company in the fruit and vegetable market. The board of directors elected Ernesto Fornari as the new general manager of the Group. Fornari is... more
Studies and research8th edition of Master "Innovation of food technological sciences"
Scholarship offered by the "Piera, Pietro and Giovanni Ferrero Foundation"
Registrations are now open for the 2020-21 edition of the II level university master in "Innovation of food technology sciences", by Michele Ferrero . The University of Turin proposes and coordinates the... more
Press releaseCamst and Hera Group sign a pact for sustainability
An agreement for the implementation of circular economy projects
A collaboration agreement has been signed between Camst and the Hera Group, aimed at sustainability and mutual commitment for the realization of circular economy projects. A two-year protocol, which signs... more
ForeignChef Balfegó Competition: Italians can also participate in the 4th edition
A challenge in Spanish territory that has the Mediterranean bluefin tuna as protagonist
Italy participates for the first time in the Balfegó professional cooking competition, now in its fourth edition. Balfegó is one of the major Spanish companies for the production of Mediterranean bluefin t... more
Catering and hospitalitySirio: new refreshment point at Sant'Anna Hospital
The company has 3 catering points managed within the City of Health and Science of Turin
Sirio Spa (AIM: SIO), an Italian company specialist in the management of commercial catering in the hospital sector, is awarded the concession for the administration of the bar and restaurant service of... more
BeverageAcetaie Aperte: confirmed the event dedicated to Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
On September 27, 30 provincial vinegar factories open their doors to visitors for a day to discover the secrets of the precious condiment
Modena starts stronger than ever with Acetaie Aperte. The event dedicated to Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO has been confirmed for 27 September, which will... more
Oils and condimentsMonari Federzoni's Forte: The new wine vinegar with 8 ° of acidity from
The Modena-based company offers the highest alcohol content to date on the market
"Forte" is not only the name of the new Monari Federzoni vinegar, but it is the key adjective to describe the composition of this new product. The Monari company presents the first Strong White Wine Vinegar... more
Cheese and dairy productsBergader continues to grow in Italy
Soft cheese market share in large-scale distribution exceeds 16%
2020 represented a year of rise in Italy for Bergader, a German company specializing in dairy products that arrived in Italy since 1902. Bergader, which literally means "mountain vein", continues to invest... more
Press releaseCouncil of the EU. Safeguard in free trade agreements: adopted horizontal framework for bilateral measures
The regulation should be signed at half of February
The EU will soon have in place an overall framework for ensuring consistency of safeguard measures included in free trade agreements.The Council today adopted a regulation streamlining the inclusion of... more