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Studies and researchBarilla: Happiness is served at the table
Catholic University Survey Confirms Link Between Pasta and Emotional Well-Being
Pasta is known to fill you up and warm your heart. And now, on the occasion of Yellow Day (June 20), the longest and “happiest” day of the year, comes the “official” confirmation from science. A new s... more
Studies and researchAgribusiness first supply chain by contribution to national GDP
Teha's report presented at the 9th F&B Forum in Bormio confirms this: of €707 bn turnover in the sector
With 891 PDO and PGI products, Italy ranks first in Europe in terms of the number of certifications: this segment generated 20.2 billion euros in sales in 2023, with wine the leading product by value generated, followed by cheese and meat products. more
Studies and researchItalian Pasta: Over 58% Sold Abroad
Germany is the leading buyer, followed by the USA, UK, France and Japan. The export share of non-EU countries is growing
Italian pasta conquers the whole world and everyone likes it a little, but the lion's share continues to be played by the Italians themselves. To be precise, over 58% of the pasta produced in Italy is... more
Studies and researchMacfrut: growing use of biosolutions in the fruit sector
The theme will be extensively covered during the exhibition (Rimini Expo Centre, 6-8 May 2025)
Among the most adopted methods, biofungicides (86%), pheromones (66%) and bioinsecticides (51%) stand out, while bioherbicides account for 1.8%. more
Studies and researchAnuga 2025: Focus on Alternative Proteins
Their demand is growing three times faster than the availability of the products
Anuga, one of the world's leading trade fairs for the food and beverage industry, together with its knowledge partner Innova Market Insights, presents the decisive trends and key topics for 2025. These... more
Studies and researchNestlé: for 86% of Italians, the family is a place of care and protection
This is confirmed by a new investigation by the group, supported by an anthropologist from the University of Trento
When life puts us to the test, that's where we want to take refuge: in the nest where everything began, where we learned to live. Where we return when the world outside becomes too much. This is what emerges... more
Studies and researchCitrus: Origin and diversification of blood oranges revealed
Markers identified for the traceability of Moro and Tarocco / Attachment Crea
Thanks to the genome sequencing of 20 varieties of Sicilian oranges, mutations capable of revealing the origin, evolution and differentiation of oranges have been identified, useful for the genetic traceability... more
Studies and researchChampions League: What Italians Eat During Matches
Pizza has over 52% of preferences, followed by chips and snacks and hamburgers or grilled food
The Uefa Champions League is not just a football competition, but a true cultural phenomenon that ignites the passion of Italians, influencing consumption and socialization habits. In this context, SodaStream,... more
Studies and researchAntibiotic Resistance: Salmonella and Campylobacter Among the Most Aggressive Pathogens
Efsa suggests some methods to mitigate the risk of transmission between animals and humans /Attachment
Recent surveillance data show that resistance to commonly used antimicrobials such as ampicillin, tetracyclines and sulphonamides remains high in both humans and animals against important pathogens such... more
Studies and researchSwine fever. EFSA: fences necessary but not enough
New report encourages further investigation into insects' role in contagion/Attachment
New insights from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reveal that while fences can help control the spread of African Swine Fever (ASF) they need to be used alongside other measures for maximum effectiveness.... more
Studies and researchMeat and farming essential for the future of humanity
The issue was discussed in a round table in Rome, with a focus on the usefulness of the Mediterranean diet
For the occasion, the latest books by Juan Pascual and Elisabetta Bernardi were presented. more
Studies and researchRomania, the New Frontier of the Food Industry
Daniele Iacona (Schoenherr): "Great opportunities from the country's modernization program"
Romania, despite its great agricultural potential, faces a significant trade deficit in the food sector, a strategic problem that affects national security and the country's economy. Imports of agri-food... more
Studies and researchXylella: a hope comes from the University of Camerino, Italy
Study published in Industrial Crops and Products identifies molecule useful against spittlebug / Attachment
A new contribution on the causes of Xylella comes from the University of Camerino. The work of Eleonora Spinozzi , research fellow in Filippo Maggi 's group, of the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences and... more
Studies and researchNestlé Observatory: 51% of Italians feel younger than their age
Perception of aging and loneliness is surprisingly lower among those over 65
Every day, each of our choices and habits – from nutrition to sleep quality, from physical activity to mental serenity – contributes to a long and fascinating journey: longevity. What if, in addition to... more
Studies and researchCommodity. Chickpeas and rice up (but beware of the Eudr)
Aretè: bullish trend also for gas and energy and for raw materials related to the postponement of deforestation legislation
Canadian Kabuli chickpeas prices have rebounded by 8% in the last week, returning to the levels of early October and confirming a phase of extreme volatility. Prices are however 22% lower than in the same... more
Studies and researchHealth and sustainability: beef can play a key role
It was discussed in Denver, at the Center for Meat Safety & Quality of Colorado State University
Scientists and global experts gathered over the past few days to present and discuss the current state of research and application for critical topics associated with the role of meat and livestock in... more
Studies and researchGut health/2. Eliminating meat to prevent tumors is counterproductive
Bernardi (Bari University): "Low-carbohydrate diets increasingly useful against a wide range of pathologies"
The study presented by the Japanese institute Rikena Center for Integrative Medical Sciences (read the EFA News article) reveals further surprises. “Low-carb diets,” underlines biologist and nutritionist Eli... more
Studies and researchGut Health: Meat, Milk and Egg Antigens Active Against Tumors
A study by the Rikena Center for Integrative Medical Sciences in Japan revealed this evidence
Meat and health, a new scientific research highlights the positive effects of animal proteins on the body: it has been discovered today that food antigens, particular protein substances contained in meat,... more
Studies and researchBeekeeping: Eastern mite detected in Georgia
Italian institute Crea study on a possible new threat published in an international journal
The new threat to bees, whose health is already being put to the test by globalization, the effects of climate change and the abuse of pesticides, could come from Asia. It is the mite Tropilaelaps mercedesae,... more
Studies and researchAgri Food Summit: report on regenerative agriculture
Peyron (Dss+): "Farmers must be engaged by speaking their language"
The research revealed that 60% of the sample of farmers interviewed do not know what regenerative agriculture is. more
Studies and researchLactalis: Economic impact of 76 million euros in Sicily
Investments in the region planned for the current two-year period show a growth of 42.3%
The study of the group's impact on the island, conducted by TEH-Ambrosetti, was presented in Catania. more
Studies and researchEU: Food prices up 32% since 2020
Agricultural Markets Report 2024 Shows Signs of Stabilization / Attachment
After experiencing severe shocks and high volatility in previous years, EU agricultural markets are showing positive signs of stabilization as input costs have steadily decreased in recent months and food... more
Studies and researchPotatoes: over 9 out of 10 Italians eat them frozen
Almost half of citizens in this country eat them at least once a week
A food that everyone agrees on at the table? Potatoes. More than a billion people around the world eat them and global production exceeds 300 million tons. In Italy, we are among the largest consumers,... more
Studies and researchSnail slime: a new natural frontier for agriculture and livestock farming
Experimentation promoted by the International Institute of Heliciculture of Cherasco is underway
Possible fields of application include the prevention or treatment of bovine mastitis. more
Studies and researchCashless, foreign tourists spend more but make fewer transactions
SumUp Observatory, this summer transactions grew by +24.5%: hotels 43%
The summer of 2024 overtourism, with the main holiday destinations taken by storm from visitors from all over the world, has affected the trend of cashless payments: in the tourist sector transactions... more
Studies and researchAgri-food districts: export surge in Q1
Intesa Sp Monitor: the canned food supply chain is particularly dynamic
After closing 2023 with a 4.5% increase in foreign markets compared to 2022, Italian agri-food districts continue on the same trend in the first quarter of 2024, achieving almost 7.1 billion euros in exports,... more
Studies and researchMacrobiome: Strong Confidence in the Potential of Biomarkers
Human Microbiome Action Consortium publishes results of EU-funded study
The European Union-funded Human Microbiome Action consortium conducted a Delphi survey, coordinated by the Pharmabiotic Research Institute (PRI), to establish a consensus on the needs, challenges and limitations... more
Studies and researchNestlé, a new method to reduce fat in dairy ingredients
Already tested, does not affect the quality, taste and creamy consistency of milk
Nestlé is working to reduce fat in dairy ingredients. His research and development team in Brazil confirms this, having developed a method to reduce milk fat powder by up to 60%, without affecting the... more
Studies and researchSanpellegrino cocktails: here are the 10 moments that Italians love to share
In first place are work life (78%) and new romantic adventures (73%)
Live and on social media, Italians love sharing the best moments of their day. But what does sharing represent? Why do we tend to share certain moments rather than others? From your working career to your... more
Studies and researchEnvironmental effect of improved forage fertilization practices in the beef production
A study presented at the ENAJ/EU-FarmBook Event at Ghent University
Inalca, the first Italian producer and one of the European leaders in the beef sector, has created, together with Corteva Agriscience and the University of Milan, a pilot project with the aim of improving... more
Studies and researchDo processed foods kill?
WHO attributes to these products risk factors such as unhealthy diets and obesity
Ultra-processed food "feeds chronic diseases, hinders health policy and targets vulnerable people". The World Health Organisation says that every year in Europe 2.7 million people die because of four large... more
Studies and researchRestaurants: 80 fewer in Italy in the first quarter
Chiaroscuro data relaunched by The Fork: closures decrease compared to 2023
TheFork, the restaurant booking platform, releases data on the performance of Italian restaurants for the first three months of 2024. The research report was conducted in collaboration with Format Research.The... more
Studies and researchOlive oil: useful for reducing the risk of cancer
This was revealed by a joint investigation by the Umberto Veronesi Foundation Ets and Irccs Neuromed
An Italian study shows the effects of olive oil consumption in reducing the risk of mortality not only from cardiovascular diseases, but also from tumors. The results collected by the Umberto Veronesi... more
Studies and researchAfrican swine fever: infections quintupled in 14 EU states in 2023
Efsa: highest number of outbreaks recorded among domestic pigs since 2014 /Annex
In 2023, 14 Member States were affected by African swine fever (ASF) and it caused a five-fold increase in outbreaks in domestic pigs compared to the previous year. These are the main findings of the latest... more
Studies and researchIce-cream. Sigep Observatory: consumption expected to grow next summer
White chocolate, asparagus, aromatic herbs, low sugar and tiramisu among the current trends
At the gates of summer, the Sigep Observatory, the 46th international artisan confectionery exhibition, organized by the Italian Exhibition Group (Ieg), at the Rimini Fair from 18 to 22 January 2025),... more
Studies and researchPesticides. Efsa: 96.3% samples within the limits of the law
Rate of exceeding residual maximum levels slightly decreasing over three years (2019-2022) /Annex
The latest report from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) on pesticide residues in food in the European Union has been published, a cross-section of the residue levels found in a basket of consumer... more
Studies and researchBarilla number 1 in food by reputation
The Global RepTrak places the Italian brand at the 29th place worldwide
Italy is on the podium of the world ranking of work and gender equality. This was established by the Global RepTrak that puts on the roof of the world for corporate reputation in the food sector the Italian... more
Studies and researchAvian. Efsa: post-vaccination surveillance to safely move birds
Scientific opinion in which possible risk reduction options are also evaluated /Annex
Post-vaccination surveillance is crucial for promptly detecting outbreaks of avian influenza and proving disease freedom, enabling the safe movement of birds. This is the key outcome of EFSA’s new scientific o... more
Studies and researchArtificial meat: only 22.5% of Italians are in favor of consuming it
More consensus for vegetable substitutes (30.4%), according to a NielsenIQ survey
30.4% of Italians are inclined to consume vegetable meat substitutes (processed foods based on vegetable proteins) while only 22.5% are in favor of artificial meat. This is what emerges from a survey carried... more
Studies and researchItalian brands: Ferrero triumphs in the food sector
Kinder, Nutella and Ferrero Rocher in the Kantar BrandZ Top Ten of 2024
Italian brands are growing by 11% in 2024. The post-pandemic recovery does not stop and involves our most popular sectors, namely clothing and food. In the second area in the Top Ten we find three brands,... more
Studies and researchWhat to eat and drink on a cruise
Seatrade Cruise has published the second report
Seatrade Cruise has published its second Cruise food and beverage trends report, the report on food and drink trends in cruises for 2024, in view of the second edition of F&B@Sea to be held in Miami on... more
Studies and researchAvian flu: are mammals also a possible transmission vehicle?
A new EFSA-ECDC study evaluates the risk factors for a potential influenza pandemic /Annex
Avian influenza (AI ) virus continues to spread in the EU and beyond, causing high mortality in wild birds, spillover to wild and domestic mammals, and outbreaks in farms. A scientific report by the European... more
Studies and researchEfsa: bacterial resistance is fought by reducing antibiotics
The study on Escherichia Coli conducted together with Ecdc and EMA/Annex
Countries that have decreased their consumption of antibiotics in both animals and humans have seen a reduction in antibiotic-resistant bacteria. This is according to the fourth joint report on the integrated... more
Studies and researchPasta: Italy invaded by Russian and Turkish durum wheat in 2023
Centro Studi Divulga's report also highlights the surge in goods from Ukraine (+150%)
Italy was invaded in 2023 by a wave of Russian (+1164%) and Turkish (+798%) durum wheat, never recorded in the history of our country, which significantly caused the prices of Italian wheat to drop. This... more
Studies and researchThere is still too much plastic in the mineral water bottles
Columbia University: each packaging contains 240,000 nanoplastic fragments, enough for health risks
There’s still too much plastic in the mineral water bottles. This is attested by the surveys of the latest research conducted by scientists from Columbia University who have discovered that a liter of b... more
Studies and researchThe self-checkout bluff: it doesn't build customer loyalty
According to a US study, what makes the difference is not the technology used but the purchasing experience
In an effort to reduce costs and improve customer satisfaction, retailers have implemented self-checkout in stores across the US. These have become increasingly popular, yet some brands like Walmart are... more
Studies and researchEfsa: West Nile virus infections on the rise
Campylobacteriosis and salmonellosis still below pre-pandemic levels /Annex
Campylobacteriosis and salmonellosis were the most frequently reported zoonotic diseases in humans in the EU in 2022. However, the number of cases was still lower than during the pre-pandemic years 2018-2019.For... more
Studies and researchNutrient found in beef and dairy improves immune response to cancer
Important discovery by scientists at University of Chicago about trans-vaccenic acid (TVA)
Trans-vaccenic acid (TVA), a long-chain fatty acid found in meat and dairy products from grazing animals such as cows and sheep, improves the ability of CD8 T cellsto infiltrate tumors and kill cancer... more
Studies and researchFrozen foods: 77.5% of Italians buy them at least once a year
A third of consumers appreciate them for the speed of preparation, another third for the goodness of the products
In the sub-zero sector, the ready meals product segment has recorded a notable increase over the last few years, reaching 65,000 tonnes consumed in Italy in 2022. In 2021, the greatest increase was recorded:... more
Studies and researchItaly. Growing weight of "sustainable" fish in shopping cart
According to NielsenIQ products reach up to 33.2% in the fisheries sector
How much fish sustainability weighs in the shopping cart of the Italians? If you asked (and answered with numbers) NielsenIQ according to which sustainability in fish products, in particular in the categories... more