PeopleCarlo Vassallo appointed new secretary general of the Ferrero Found...
He succeeds Bartolomeo Salomone who becomes honorary vice president for life
Starting Monday, September 1st, Carlo Vassallo will be the Secretary General of the Ferrero Foundation in Alba, the nonprofit organization chaired by Maria Franca Ferrero . The decision was made by the... more
AgrifoodFAO: Amalfi's agriculture becomes world agricultural heritage
Similar recognition for two Japanese regions: the terraced orchards of Arida-Shimotsu and the rice fields of Okuizumo
A former iron sand mine transformed into a terraced agro-silvo-pastoral system, a stone-walled citrus landscape in Japan, and an iconic Mediterranean terrace system on steep coastal slopes in Italy are... more
Ice creamCasa Optima will also grow through acquisitions
CEO Fattori: "We seek innovative companies with corporate cultures consistent with our values."
For a few months now, the Rimini-based group has been controlled by the private equity firm Terlos, supported by the sovereign funds of Abu Dhabi and Singapore. more
Economy and financeIEG reports robust organic growth in the first half of the year
Revenues at €149.3 million (13.2%), EBITDA at €39.2 million (+8.8%): acceleration of investments with 4 strategic acquisitions
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 half-year financial report... more
FairsAnuga 2025: Korea takes center stage with its culinary excellence
The Asian country will be the official partner of the show where it will bring three gastronomic ambassadors
This October, Korea will be the official partner country of Anuga, offering a contribution that goes far beyond culinary specialties. Under the motto "Taste meets Trends," over 100 Korean exhibitors will... more
NewsSCO Summit: China Aims to Consolidate Economic Leadership
Xi announces loans and investments of about $1.5 billion for the organization's partners
An increasingly united and united Russia and Asia, both economically and geopolitically. This is what is emerging from the SCO summit, which began today in Tianjin, China. The key objectives of the Shanghai... more
ForeignU.S. Salmonella: Nearly 100 infections since the beginning of the year
Federal health officials point to a California egg company as culprit
Since last January, at least 95 people in at least 14 states have been infected in the U.S. due to a salmonella outbreak caused by recalled eggs, federal health officials said. Country Eggs LLC, a Lucerne... more
ZootechnyFrance. Lumpy skin disease: €2.4 million in compensation already paid out.
77 outbreaks detected in the country in two months, with infections decreasing in the last two weeks
Lumpy skin disease is also beginning to decline in France. According to data presented by French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard , from June 29 to August 28, 77 outbreaks of lumpy skin disease were... more
LiqueursTariffs: Rémy Cointreau estimates operating profit drop of €30 million
The French group still expects annual organic growth in sales
Following the agreement reached between the United States and the European Union, which establishes a 15% tariff rate (half the initially proposed 30%) starting August 1, Rémy Cointreau is updating its... more
TechnologyVegetables are becoming more sustainable thanks to a digital app.
AgriDataKpi platform also aimed at increasing productivity and saving water
AgriDataKpi is a new digital platform designed to support agricultural research, consulting, and production in analyzing key sustainability indicators for plant crops. The release of the tool marks the... more
Food safetyEuropean Union: 8.5% of the population cannot afford meat or fish every...
Countries most at risk of poverty are Slovakia, Bulgaria and Hungary
In 2024, 8.5% of the European Union population was unable to afford a meal based on meat, fish, or a vegetarian equivalent every other day: this percentage is 1.0 percentage point lower than in 2023 (9.5%).... more
FairsMacfrut 2026: A Marathon of International Missions
From October to January, appointments in the Dominican Republic, Panama, China, Brazil and India
In anticipation of the presentation scheduled for Wednesday, September 17, at 3:30 pm in Catania (both in-person and livestreamed), Macfrut 2026 unveils the main international missions for companies in... more
AgrifoodBayer Foundation lends a helping hand to developing countries
Partnership with UNCDF fund to promote sustainable agricultural practices through innovative businesses
The Bayer Foundation and the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) are partnering to launch the Food Systems Innovation Finance Facility, an initiative to address global food security challenges... more
Economy and financeChemicals and Specialty Ingredients: IMCD Acquires Tillmans
Acquired 100% of the shares of a Milanese company with the aim of consolidating its position on the Italian market.
Imcd, a global distributor and formulator of specialty chemicals and ingredients, has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares of Tillmanns SpA. Founded in 1940 and headquartered in Milan, Italy,... more
HealthSanpellegrino Observatory: Water is an ally against sunburn.
Proper hydration promotes skin recovery and reduces the effects of UV exposure
Even the late August and early September sun can prove treacherous: the days are still hot, the light intense, and the risk of sunburn remains high for those exposed to it without adequate protection.... more
AgrifoodInvestindustrial Acquires Kiremko, Idaho Steel, and Reyco
The three companies design and produce machine tools and customized solutions for the agri-food industry
An independently managed investment company indirectly owned by Investindustrial VIII SCSp and its affiliates has reached an agreement to acquire Kiremko Group BV, Idaho Steel Products, Inc., and Reyco... more
CoffeeNestlé: Malaysia is increasingly strategic for the Asian market
Investments of over 160 million euros are planned in the production units present in the country
New coffee concentrate production line at the Sri Muda plant. more
Government actsBaltic Sea Fishing: EU Updates Total Allowable Catches
Commissioner Kadis is "concerned" about "too many fish stocks near collapse" and biodiversity loss.
The European Commission has adopted its proposal for fishing opportunities for 2026 in the Baltic Sea, which sets total allowable catches (TACs) and quotas for the ten stocks managed by the European Union.... more
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AgrifoodInvestindustrial Acquires Kiremko, Idaho Steel, and Reyco
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Catering and hospitalityCoca-Cola: Possible Sale of Costa Coffee
CEO Quincey had expressed disappointment with the results of the UK chain acquired in 2018
Coca-Cola is reportedly working with investment bank Lazard to explore all options—including the sale—of the British coffee chain Costa Coffee, Reuters reports. Neither the companies nor the bank involved in... more
Economy and financeTariffs. Europe's alcohol industry disputes the 15% tariff.
From Ceev, to the American Discus, to SpiritEurope, the sector organisations declare themselves dissatisfied with the agreement
CoffeeNestlé: Malaysia is increasingly strategic for the Asian market
Investments of over 160 million euros are planned in the production units present in the country
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Acquired 100% of the shares of a Milanese company with the aim of consolidating its position on the Italian market.
Fairs
FairsAnuga 2025: Korea takes center stage with its culinary excellence
The Asian country will be the official partner of the show where it will bring three gastronomic ambassadors
This October, Korea will be the official partner country of Anuga, offering a contribution that goes far beyond culinary specialties. Under the motto "Taste meets Trends," over 100 Korean exhibitors will... more
FairsMacfrut 2026: A Marathon of International Missions
From October to January, appointments in the Dominican Republic, Panama, China, Brazil and India
In anticipation of the presentation scheduled for Wednesday, September 17, at 3:30 pm in Catania (both in-person and livestreamed), Macfrut 2026 unveils the main international missions for companies in... more
FairsSigep Asia 2026 closes with over 13,000 visitors
449 exhibitors and brands from 41 countries. The Italian Pavilion's debut was among the highlights.
FairsIEG: Rimini once again takes center stage with Pescare Show
Italian Exhibition Group has announced the dates of the second edition of the Fair from 13 to 15 February 2026
