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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
NewsUN: World Coffee Day established
It is set for October 1st, for the product's contribution to various SDG
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) welcomed the adoption of a resolution by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) proclaiming October 1 as International Coffee Day.... more
NewsRisks in the agri-food sector: how to manage them?
The sector's resilience is the focus of the conference organized in Italy by dss+
A comprehensive 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 Supply Chain."As Massimo... more
LiqueursCampari: numbers growing in 2025
Organic sales growth, penalized only by the impact of the hurricane in Jamaica
Last year, Campari Group grew across the board. This is evident from the annual report at December 31, 2025, approved by the Board of Directors. The company recorded organic growth in net sales of +2.4%... more
Mineral waters and drinksS.Pellegrino invests €9 million in biodiversity
Support for the redevelopment of an area in the Brembana Valley
Beneventi (CEO): "Different but complementary tools are available to address the challenges of climate change." more
WinesMasi Agricola closes 2025 with a loss
A loss of €1.4 million and declining revenue. However, margins improved with EBITDA rising.
The Board of Directors of Masi Agricola, a company listed on Euronext Growth Milan and a leading Italian producer of premium wines, met yesterday. The company approved the draft financial statements and... more
DessertsFerrero strengthens its governance
Alessandro Nervegna is the new CEO of Ferrero Core. Lapo Civiletti heads Ferrero Ice Cream and WK Kellogg Co.
Ferrero has announced a new governance structure designed to consolidate its competitiveness in the packaged confectionery sector, introducing, effective September 1, 2026, two new leadership roles reporting... more
Government actsNew PGI from Finland and Slovakia
An unleavened focaccia and a rustic sausage in the EU register of denominations
The European Commission has approved the addition of "Aitoo perunarieska" (Finland) and "Liptovské šialence" (Slovakia) to its register of protected geographical indications (PGIs). Finnish Aitoo perunarieska i... more
FairsTuttofood: 90% of spaces are booked
Fiere di Parma and Koelnmesse strengthen their partnership at the Italian-German summit
In the context of the recent Italy-Germany intergovernmental summit held in Rome, where both countries reaffirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation in key sectors, including industry and agriculture,... more
Economy and financeIntesa Sanpaolo is Italy's Best Investment Bank
Recognition obtained by the group for the sixth consecutive year
Intesa Sanpaolo has been named Italy's Best Investment Bank by Global Finance, a prestigious U.S. financial publication. Global Finance, through its IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division, led by... more
NewsThe Italy-Canada Award looks to future generations
The call for innovative projects in strategic sectors with an international focus
The Canadian Embassy in Italy has announced the launch of the 14th Canada-Italy Innovation Award. This initiative aims to promote talent and strengthen collaborations between Italian and Canadian companies.... more
Import-exportItalian ice cream is popular in Asia
The country is the fourth largest European exporter of the product
Italian gelato continues to conquer the Asian market. According to the latest Economic Observatory of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, in the first half of 2025, gelato exports... more
PeopleDanone: Chiara Gasparrini appointed Director of Operations Italy-Greece
She will have to ensure operational excellence and support sustainable growth
Danone has announced the appointment of Chiara Gasparrini as its new Director of Operations for Italy and Greece. In her new role, Gasparrini will be responsible for leading the Operations processes and... more
Government actsMercosur: Von der Leyen announces the launch of a "provisional" application
The Treaty with the EU can only be fully concluded after approval by the European Parliament
The EU-Mercosur treaty will begin to apply "provisionally," even before final approval by the European Parliament. This was announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen , noting that... more
BeverageHeineken Names Romain Apert Chief Digital & Technology Officer
He will succeed Ronald den Elzen starting May 15th.
Heineken has announced the appointment of Romain Apert as Chief Digital & Technology Officer and member of the Heineken Executive Team, effective May 15. Currently Chief Information Officer Petcare at... more
GlutenfreeDr. Schär: 2025 turnover of €632 million
Investments of 28 million euros are planned, particularly in Italy, Spain and Germany.
Dr. Schär closed 2025 with a 1.3% increase in global revenue, reaching €632 million compared to €624 million in 2024. These results are supported by an integrated strategy based on internationalization, the... more
FairsMacfrut 2026: A Double Mission to Ghana and Angola
Both countries will be present at the next edition (Rimini Expo Centre 21-23 April)
Africa is a strategic area for Macfrut, which is at the center of a dual mission to the continent involving Ghana and Angola. Both missions, organized in conjunction with the Italian Trade Agency (ITA)... more
BeverageHeineken Italy invested in the Massafra brewery
The new plant will allow a saving of 13 thousand cubic meters of water per year
A total investment of €700,000 will save 13,000 cubic meters of water annually, equivalent to about five Olympic-sized swimming pools. These are the figures for the new rainwater reuse project launched b... more
PeopleIllva Saronno: Robert Cullis appointed new CCO for its spirits division
The manager will retain his position as CEO of Disaronno International LLC.
Illva Saronno Holding, the Italian multinational known for its Disaronno liqueur, announces a major global organizational update. Effective April 1, 2026, Robert Cullins , currently Executive Vice President... more
Economy and financeCTH Invest, turnover at €3.25 B (+9.9%)
Ferrero's parent company is a global leader in the sugar and premium biscuits categories.
CTH Invest Group, through its holding company affiliated with the Ferrero Group, CTH Invest SA, which includes Ferrara Candy Company, Fine Biscuits Company, and Fox's Burton's Company UK, closed the 2024/2025... more
PetfoodNasta Acquires FirstMate and Accelerates Development in North America
The French pet food group is known in Italy for the Forza10 brand and a factory in Veneto
Nasta Pet Food, a French family-owned international group specializing in ultra-premium pet nutrition, today announces the acquisition of FirstMate Pet Foods, an independent premium manufacturer based... more
PeopleFarewell to Maria Franca Ferrero, honorary president of the holding company
Widow of the creator of Nutella, a cornerstone of the family and the company
Mourning at the Ferrero family. Maria Franca Ferrero , honorary life president of Ferrero International, passed away last night at her home in Alba (Cuneo) at the age of 87. She had assumed office on December... more
WinesProsecco DOC: France is the world's third largest market
Bottle production is growing, with over 82% destined for export
France is the world's third-largest market for Prosecco DOC. Recent consumer surveys, the full data of which will soon be made public, document this, showing a preference driven by the product's intrinsic... more
IndustryFerrero celebrates 80 years with record results
Consolidated turnover for 2025 stands at € 19.3 billion (+4.6%)
The Ferrero Group, through its holding company Ferrero International SA, has approved the consolidated financial statements for the 2024/2025 financial year, which ended on August 31, 2025. The Group closed... more
IndustrySacco System goes shopping in Latin America
Acquired assets in Uruguay and Brazil, the group looks to dairy opportunities
Sacco System is accelerating its international expansion and targeting South America. The biotech group based in Cadorago (CO), specializing in the production of microbial cultures and probiotics for the... more
LiqueursSpirits: European brand "Natural Tartaric Acid" launched
The chemical compound is also used in the winemaking as an acidity regulator in wines and musts
The European collective trademark "Natural Tartaric Acid" has been created to identify and promote natural tartaric acid, clearly distinguishing it from synthetic tartaric acid. The trademark, owned by... more
BeverageHeineken completes acquisition of Fifco's strategic assets.
The integration concerns the Central American group's beverage and retail activities.
Heineken has announced the completion of the acquisition of Fifco's beverage and retail businesses, following the receipt of all regulatory and corporate approvals. Effective immediately, Heineken is beginning... more
BeverageHeineken: A Social Experiment in the Name of Friendship
The Dutch group continues its commitment to encouraging socialization in the sports field.
Heineken has launched Fans Have More Friends, a new global sponsorship platform based on the belief that fandom is one of the fastest ways to connect with strangers. Rooted in Heineken's long-standing... more
TechnologyAgrometeo: Conserve Italia presents results
Initiative in collaboration with xFarm Technologies and Bologna University
Data, technology, and expertise at the service of field decisions. The second training session of the Agrometeo project, promoted by Conserve Italia, concluded in Bagnacavallo (Emilia Romagna Region).... more
Oils and condimentsModena Balsamic Vinegar: 92% of production goes to export.
Emilian PGI dominates a European framework that requires harmonization of the sector.
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena exports over 92% of its volume, reaching over 100 countries worldwide. Cesare Mazzetti , president of the Consortium for the Protection of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, made this... more
Economy and financeNew Routes of Europe: Poland and Ukraine Between Logistics and Politics
Online debate tomorrow will focus on the functioning of transport corridors
Warsaw Enterprise Institute and the Institute for Economic Research and Policy Consulting (IER, Ukraine) are organizing online debate held as part of the project “A common future. Poland and Ukraine i... more
FairsTuttofood Milan 2026: Middle East and North Africa on the rise
Double-digit increase in exhibitors from that region. Egypt and Saudi Arabia make their debuts.
Attendance exceeded expectations for the networking evening organized by Tuttofood Milano 2026, in collaboration with the Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium and ITA – Agenzia, last night in Dubai: approximately 3... more
IndustryEuricom acquires French company Ebly
Europe's largest microwave ready-meal plant acquired
Euricom, a leading global rice producer, announced today that it has entered into binding agreements to acquire 100% of the shares of Ebly SAS, the joint venture owned by Mars and Axéréal Participations, i... more
Government actsEU: €160 million available for agri-food
Commission supports sustainable and high-quality products in Europe and worldwide
The European Commission has launched calls for proposals for 2026 to support campaigns and events promoting sustainable, high-quality EU agri-food products within the European Union and worldwide. Up to... more
FairsMacfrut 2026: Exhibition area experiencing strong growth
Technical Committee defines conference program
Neri (President): "All the stakeholders in the supply chain were present." more
Veg worldKioene enters Germany
Sales begin with a plant-based offering developed specifically for one of Europe's most important markets
Kioene, an Italian producer of plant-based foods, announces its official entry into the German market, one of Europe's largest for the plant-based sector. Sales began at the beginning of the year in German... more
DessertsKitKat: global partnership with Formula 1 in 2026
The first chocolate single-seater car takes shape at Italian factory
After celebrating 90 years in 2025, KitKat continues its journey, reaching a new milestone: its first full season as the Official Chocolate Bar of Formula 1. This collaboration will see KitKat appear in... more
FairsMacfrut: Three-year agreement with the Dominican Republic
Central American country will participate in the 2026 edition with a 400sm stand
A three-year agreement has been signed between Macfrut and the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Dominican Republic. The agreement was signed recently in Santo Domingo... more
Economy and financeDeA Capital Real Estate acquires business parks in France
Transaction in partnership with Herbert Management Corporation
DeA Capital Real Estate and Harbert Management Corporation (HMC), an independent US alternative asset manager focused on real assets, have acquired, through a joint venture, a first portfolio of business... more
FairsSigep 2026: Over 1,300 exhibitors at the starting line
The opening ceremony of the foodservice trade show at Rimini Fiera will take place tomorrow. Buyers from 75 countries are expected.
Starting tomorrow, and for five days, Rimini Fiera returns to being the hub of global foodservice with the 47th edition of Sigep World – The World Expo for Foodservice Excellence. Until Tuesday, January 2... more
Economy and financeIntesa Sanpaolo among the best employers in Europe
For the fifth consecutive year in Italy, recognition by the Top Employers Institute
Intesa Sanpaolo has been recognized for the second consecutive year as one of the best employers in Europe and for the fifth consecutive year in Italy by the Top Employers Institute, the global certification... more
Veg worldDairy Alternatives: Mö Foods aims for International Expansion
Finnish company redefining cheese with oats receives €2.4 million in funding.
Mö Foods, the Finnish food company redefining cheese through oats, has secured €2.4 million in funding led by Nordic Foodtech VC. The fund will enable the group to expand its proprietary production te... more
MeatsSalumificio Riva di Molteno: €110 million in revenue by 2025
Results in line with previous years. 85% of production destined for large-scale distribution
Salumificio Fratelli Riva of Molteno (Como) closed 2025 with revenues of €110 million. This result is "in line with previous years," with 85% of production destined for large-scale retail trade. The c... more
Government actsFertilizers: EU temporarily suspends tariffs
A similar measure could be introduced on the Cbam if it were to prove too onerous
The European Commission will temporarily suspend the remaining tariffs on ammonia, urea, and, where necessary, certain other fertilizers. A spokesperson announced the move, adding that the "intention"... more
FairsSigep. Panettone World Cup: The Italian title is awarded
Sunday, January 18th, the match that will decide the finalist pastry chefs in November 2026
The Panettone World Cup is the major event entirely dedicated to this leavened dessert par excellence. Created to celebrate the history and craftsmanship of a product capable of transcending its borders... more
Cheese and dairy productsGorgonzola DOP: record production
It is the 5th Italian denomination in the world in terms of overall value
Gorgonzola PDO production will reach a record 5,421,517 wheels in 2025. This was announced by the Consortium for the Protection of Gorgonzola PDO Cheese, which highlights a 2.72% increase compared to the... more
Government actsDrinking water: EU safeguards against PFAS enter into force
If the limit values are exceeded, Member States must take measures to reduce them
Since yesterday, EU Member States have been required to harmonize the monitoring of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water to comply with the new EU limit values set by the recast... more
Cheese and dairy productsSigep: Brazzale doubles its space with major innovations
Pastry and pizza are at the heart of a project alongside the great protagonists of Italian cuisine.
Brazzale, Italy's oldest dairy company, has confirmed its presence at Sigep World – The World Expo for Foodservice Excellence (Rimini, January 16-20), a key international event for the pastry, bakery, a... more
IndustryMerlo America: Rick Fernandez is the new Product Manager
Piedmontese company expands its presence in the US market by focusing on agriculture and forestry
Merlo America has announced the appointment of Rick Fernandez as Product Manager, bringing more than twenty years of experience in manufacturing, operations, product development, and customer support to... more
HealthChildhood obesity: the British ideological approach
Paganini (Competere): "Banning advertising for HFSS products distorts the market."
With the ban on advertising for HFSS (High Fat, Sugar and Salt) products before 9pm on TV and at any time online coming into force on 5 January 2026, the UK is taking one of the most restrictive regulatory... more