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DistributionFerrero (Sogemi) joins the board of the World Wholesale Markets Union
The network brings together 200 members united in the goal of ensuring food security and fresh food for all.
Cesare Ferrero , President and CEO of Sogemi and Vice President of Italmercati, has been appointed to the board of the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM), a network operating in 50 countries around... more
Pasta and bakery productsBarilla inaugurates the new research and development centre
The location is ready to host 200 experts for the future of Made in Italy
How can we bring the excellence of Italy's gastronomic tradition into the future? How can we transform everyday products into experiences that surprise the senses, spark emotions, and lead people through... more
Cheese and dairy productsGranarolo wins again at the World Cheese Awards
Twelve medals for the group's dairy specialties at the most attended edition of the event
Granarolo won 12 medals at the 37th World Cheese Awards, one of the world's most important cheese events, promoted by the British magazine Guild of Fine Food and held in Bern, Switzerland. Here, 265 experts,... more
Studies and researchWhole grains can help you live better
For Whole Grain Day, some recommendations to break down prejudices and false myths
Every November 19th, Whole Grain Day draws attention to a simple yet essential gesture for well-being: choosing whole grains. This habit, according to experts, can contribute to a better and longer life,... more
Government actsWine labels. Italian Agriculture's Minister: "Ireland has accepted a regulatory review"
Dublin will renounce the unilateral positions that Italy had contested
After nearly three years of wrangling, controversy, deliberation, and second thoughts, Ireland has decided to abandon its hard line on labeling. The announcement was made on his Facebook page by italian... more
AgrifoodCopa Cogeca calls Mercosur a "betrayal" for farmers.
European organizations raise a 'strong and united' voice against food safety risks
The EU-Mercosur agreement betrays European farmers, workers, consumers, and the environment. This is according to the official statement from Copa and Cogeca, which states: "While the Commission continues... more
Economy and financeMarr on the rise: turnover of 1.64 billion in the first 9 months
Net profit of €30 million. Insourcing of freight handling operations with Marr Service begins.
The board of directors of Marr, a leading Italian company in the marketing and distribution of food and non-food products to the foodservice industry, part of the Cremonini group, today approved the interim... more
FairsIEG, nine months of "solid growth"
Italian Exhibition Group reports revenues of 6.3% and EBITDA of 5.3%, confirming 2025 guidance.
The board of directors of Italian Exhibition Group, Italy's leading international trade fair organizer, which manages Rimini Fiera and is listed on Euronext Milan, has approved the consolidated interim... more
SustainabilityItaly. Mattei's Plan is no longer just an Italian one, but an international strategy
PM Meloni said this at the European Parliament conference on "Mattei Plan for Africa and Global Gateway"
"I would like to greet all the representatives of African institutions and representatives of the Italian system, the private sector, the financial world, and cooperation who are present today: your participation... more
BeverageHeineken: three key words for moderate consumption
New international campaign to reaffirm the true meaning of conviviality and freedom / Video
Heineken has been actively participating in the debate on responsible drinking for a long time, offering consumers more choice through its growing 0.0 portfolio. The Dutch beverage group provides consumers... more
SustainabilityCOP30: Bayer renews its commitment to combating climate change
Letter of Intent for a New Form of Rainforest-Based Carbon Credit
During this year's Conference of the Parties (COP) in Brazil, Bayer is renewing its commitment to combating climate change. With "Casa Bayer," the company has created a unique space for exchange and collaboration... more
Government actsCasauria: Abruzzo wine recognized as a DOP
EU Commission also gives green light to geographical indications from four other countries
The European Commission has approved the addition of Miel de tilleul de Picardie (France) and Cârnați din topor din Vâlcea (Romania) to the list of Protected Geographical Indications (PGI), as well as... more
Economy and financeNewPrinces: Revenue down, margins up
Net profit of 106.2 million in the first 9 months
The Board of Directors of NewPrinces, meeting under the chairmanship of Angelo Mastrolia , reviewed and approved the Interim Financial Report as of September 30, 2025. Group revenues for the first nine... more
Economy and financePharmanutra, nine months of growth
Revenues up 13.3%, EBITDA up 2.5% for the Pisa-based nutraceutical company.
Pharmanutra shares, a company specializing in mineral-based nutritional supplements and medical devices for muscles and joints, enjoyed a sunny day today, rising more than 8% on the Milan Stock Exchange.... more
Veg worldValsoia: Revenues stable in the first nine months
Slowdown in sales in the third quarter, offset by the good performance of ice cream
The Board of Directors of Valsoia SpA met today and approved the additional periodic financial reporting as of September 30, 2025. In the first nine months of 2025, the Company recorded sales revenues... more
Economy and financeInvestindustrial: TreeHouse Foods acquired for $2.9 billion
Shareholders of the acquired group will receive $22.50 per common share
TreeHouse Foods and Industrial FCB Investments III Inc. today announced the entry into a definitive agreement under which TreeHouse Foods will be acquired by Investindustrial (which operates Industrial... more
IndustryIngredients: Nexture Acquires Frulact
Investindustrial affiliate aims to consolidate its position in the fruit-based preparations segment
Nexture, a global integrated group headquartered in Italy specializing in the development of high-quality food ingredients and value-added solutions, owned by an investment firm affiliated with Investindustrial... more
LiqueursDiageo, Sir Dave Lewis new CEO
Former Tesco and Unilever CEO to replace Nik Jhangiani from January 1, 2026
The Diageo board of directors today appointed Sir Dave Lewis as Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director, effective January 1, 2026. The news has revitalized the European spirits sector, first and... more
FairsSigep World 2026: Here are the international trends that will guide the next edition.
The Madrid Roadshow marks a key stage on the path to the IEG event
The international journey toward SIGEP World 2026, Italian Exhibition Group's major event dedicated to the gelato, pastry, chocolate, coffee, bakery, and pizza sectors, is gaining momentum from Madrid.... more
Economy and financeFAO: Food prices fall in October
The decrease is also observed on an annual basis. Vegetable oils, on the other hand, are bucking the trend.
Global food commodity prices declined overall in October, driven mainly by ample global supplies, according to the benchmark indicator released on Friday by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the... more
WinesMack & Schühle Acquires 75% of Vinicola Antonio Divella
The Group aims to expand in our country and, especially, in Puglia
Mack & Schühle Italia has acquired a 75% stake in Vinicola Antonio Divella Srl, a Puglia-based company operating since 1968 in Santeramo in Colle (Bari), specializing in the transformation of grapes into... more
FairsMacfrut: A November packed with international missions
Stages in the Dominican Republic, Colombia, China, and Brazil on the way to the 43rd edition
The international presentations for Macfrut 2026 are in full swing, confirming the trade fair's increasingly global reach. November in particular will see the fruit and vegetable event showcased in Central... more
TechnologyBarilla announces the winning startups of Good Food Makers 2025.
From smart farming to advanced sensing systems: innovation accelerates along the value chain
After months of scouting and selection, Barilla has announced the three winning companies of the seventh edition of Good Food Makers, the program for innovative companies that want to contribute to the... more
Packaging and logisticsCrealis: Jean Pascal Appointed Chief Commercial Officer
With this appointment, the company aims to strengthen its global presence
Crealis, a manufacturer of closure solutions for wines and spirits, announces the creation of the position of Chief Commercial Officer, entrusted to Jean-Pascal Rey . The new Commercial Director will join... more
BeverageHeineken and Formula 1/2. Extended partnership with multi-year agreement.
Platform will continue to spread messages about responsible consumption
After a decade of successful collaboration, Heineken and F1 have extended their partnership with a multi-year agreement, with Heineken announcing new Title Partnerships for races in Brazil, Madrid, and... more
DessertsBarry Callebaut closes a "difficult" year for chocolate
The cocoa giant closed the 2024/25 fiscal year with a 6.8% decrease in sales volume.
"The last fiscal year was characterized by exceptional and unprecedented volatility in the cocoa and chocolate markets, which impacted both Barry Callebaut and our customers," Peter Feld , CEO of the Barry... more
BeverageHeineken gives a gift to Formula 1 fans
Season ticket will guarantee access to all scheduled races, travel and accommodation included
Heineken continues to redefine the Formula 1 fan experience with the launch of the world's first season ticket for the sport, celebrating the extension and expansion of its ten-year partnership with F1.... more
FairsEcomondo/2. The Green Economy General Assembly closes today.
The international plenary session on policies, investments and strategies for a competitive green economy is scheduled
Ecomondo, the leading international event in Europe and the Mediterranean basin for the green, blue, and circular economy, opened yesterday. Organized by the Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), it runs until... more
AgrifoodBasilicata Strawberry: EU Recognizes It as a PGI
The Italian geographical indications rise to 896 and the Lucanian denominations to 20
The designation "Fragola della Basilicata PGI" was registered in the Official Journal of the European Union on 5 November 2025. According to updated data from the Qualivita Observatory, this brings the... more
ZootechnyEcomondo. Inalca: Livestock Farms Address Climate Change
The agricultural and livestock hub's mitigation program and partnership with Corteva were presented. /Gallery
Inalca, a leading Italian and European producer and distributor of beef, cured meats, and food products, was a key player at Ecomondo at the Rimini Fair, speaking at the conference on "Livestock Farming... more
Economy and financeMcDonald's continues to grow
Global sales up 3.6% in the third quarter: revenues of $7 billion (+3%)
McDonald's shares rose 2.1% on Wall Street after the company announced results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. Global comparable sales increased 3.6%, "with growth across all segments."... more
Economy and financePrinces Group approved for trading on the London Stock Exchange.
Share capital admitted to the category of ordinary shares in the official FCA list
Further to the announcement of 31 October 2025 regarding the initial public offering of ordinary shares in Princes Group plc, NewPrinces SpA confirms that the issued capital of Princes Group, consisting... more
FairsEcomondo 2025: Ribbon-cutting ceremony for the 28th edition
1700 exhibiting brands, the entire Rimini exhibition centre occupied for a total of 166 thousand square metres
Ermeti (Ieg): "We have become a reference event for those who want to compete in global green economy markets." more
TechnologyChina: Cutting-edge oven for "stellar" steaks
Hot air cooking and waste collection available to the Shenzhou-21 crew
China is also challenging the world in high-altitude cooking. Footage of the Shenzhou-21 spacecraft crew cooking chicken wings, skewers, and steaks in a hot-air oven has gone viral in the past few hours.... more
Economy and financeHeineken places €1.3 billion bond
The bonds will be listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange.
Dutch beer giant Heineken has successfully placed €1.3 billion in bonds. The transaction is being conducted in two tranches: €550 million 5.7-year bonds with a coupon of 2.990% and €750 million 20-year bonds... more
CoffeeStarbucks sells its stores in China for $4 billion
Partnership with Boyu Capital which acquires 60% of the Chinese subsidiary
Starbucks Coffee Company announced that it has entered into a joint venture with Boyu Capital, a leading alternative investment firm, to manage Starbucks' retail operations in China. Under the agreement,... more
Catering and hospitalityAll'Antico Vinaio: the 50th ribbon-cutting ceremony is in Paris
The Florentine schiacciata chain announces ten new openings by 2026
From Palazzo Vecchio to Notre Dame Cathedral. The story of All'Antico Vinaio began in the historic center of Florence and has reached the milestone of 50 openings worldwide in the heart of Paris. Cutting... more
Economy and financeEurozone, timid economic recovery
S&P Global PMI rises to 50 in October: Italy "persistently weak"
Manufacturing production, which also includes food and chemicals, in the euro area grew again in October, extending the current expansion for the eighth consecutive month. This is highlighted in the latest... more
FairsBeer & Food Attraction 2026: The event expands and launches Mixology Attraction
Space for out-of-home and craft microbreweries in the edition scheduled for next February
The 8th edition of BBTech Expo, the trade show dedicated to raw materials, process technologies, and bottling, will be held simultaneously. more
Government actsSicily, what salmonella from cherry tomatoes?
The regional Department of Agriculture responds to EU accusations: regional and national checks have not revealed any cases of contamination.
"The checks conducted by regional and national health authorities, as well as the data reported in the recent joint report by ECDC and EFSA, have not detected any cases of contamination in tomato samples... more
VideoBayer: The heart of innovation is in central Italy
Exclusive interviews with the protagonists of the new advanced-technology greenhouse project
Varietal improvement through research and seed production for commercialization. These are the two main activities of the Bayer Research Center in Borgo Sabotino (Latina, central Italy), the flagship of... more
Government actsFerrero: EU approves Ferrara Candy Company's acquisition of CPK
Commission finds no violation of EU competition rules
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the Ferrero group's acquisition of sole control of the French company CPK SAS. The transaction primarily concerns the production and... more
Cheese and dairy productsGranarolo makes a splash across the Channel
Acquired 100% of West Horsley Dairy, a UK dairy distributor with a turnover of £16 million
Italian dairy producer Granarolo has acquired 100% of West Horsley Dairy with a view to consolidating its presence in the United Kingdom, particularly in London, by reaching strategic customers.West Horsley... more
BiologicalRigoni Asiago: Revenue to grow by double digits in 2024
Exports are increasingly crucial for the italian group
Rigoni di Asiago closed 2024 with a total turnover of €162.7 million. This represents a 13% increase compared to 2023, driven primarily by exports: while in Italy, the Veneto-based organic company's r... more
WinesItalian wineries take center stage in Mexico
Istituto Grandi Marchi celebrates national winemaking with exclusive masterclasses and walk-around tastings.
Istituto Grandi Marchi, an ambassador of Italian winemaking excellence around the world, continues its international tour. On this occasion, the 18 IGM wine families brought their expertise to the heart... more
Ice creamFroneri expands into Europe with Food Union ice cream
Acquired ice cream business in Denmark, Norway, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Romania
Froneri, one of the world's largest ice cream companies, has entered into agreements to acquire Food Union's European ice cream business. Specific financial details were not disclosed. The proposed transaction,... more
Mineral waters and drinksCoca-Cola in Italy: €1.142 billion in economic value generated in 2024
The employment impact is growing, with wages above average
Coca-Cola, present in Italy since 1927, remains the country's leading beverage company in terms of economic and employment impact. This figure takes on special significance on the eve of the Milan-Cortina... more
Food safetyEU: Salmonella from tomatoes: Sicily in the dock
ECDC reports 437 cases in 17 countries between 2023 and 2025: likely strain of infection in cherry tomatoes from the island
A prolonged outbreak of Salmonella Strathcona in multiple European Union countries has led to the reporting of 437 confirmed cases in 17 EU countries between January 1, 2023, and September 30, 2025. Italy,... more
Economy and financePasta: Italy Leads the Way, Confirmed by the EU
Two-thirds of European production comes from Italy. Exports also rules
In 2024, European Union countries produced 6.0 million tons of pasta, worth €9.1 billion. According to Eurostat, compared to 2023, the value of pasta production increased by 3%, while the volume produced d... more
Economy and financeCommodities. Hazelnuts: Production plummets, prices skyrocket
EUDR regulation postponement among causes of bullish volatility in cocoa market
Turkstat, the Turkish statistics office, has published its "Crop Production 2nd Estimate 2025," with a revised Turkish hazelnut production forecast for 2025/26: 441,000 t, down 15% from the initial projection... more