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Economy and financeFAO: Price Index Slightly Increased (+0.5%) in June
Vegetable oils, meat and dairy products offset the decline in cereals and sugar
The FAO Food Price Index, a benchmark for global food commodity prices, averaged 128.0 points in June 2025, up 0.5 percent from May. Although international prices of cereals and sugar declined, these declines... more
Economy and financeCommodities. Sugar: prices and imports in the EU rise
Slight drop (-0.2%) in milk deliveries, offset by the boom in Ireland (+7.9%)
The European Commission has published the first supply and demand forecasts for the 25/26 campaign. Sugar production is expected at 15.2 million t, -8% compared to the previous campaign. The drop in areas... more
TechnologyNestlé: AI at the Service of the Packaging of the Future
New tools for sustainable packaging, in collaboration with IBM Research
Nestlé R&D is collaborating with IBM Research to develop new tools that harness the power of AI and advanced technology to create breakthrough innovations. This research collaboration has led to the development... more
Catering and hospitalityTravel retail booms: KFC opens in airports and train stations
The success of the sector in Italy pushes openings: inauguration today in Orio al Serio and Santa Maria Novella
It's very hot in the Kentucky Fried Chicken area, the leading fried chicken brand in the world. Two openings, both today, July 3, feature the Colonel Sanders brand in Italy. The first inauguration is that... more
NewsBayer turns 125 in Italy
A commemorative stamp and a conference in the historic Milanese headquarters
A story of innovation and research born in Milan in 1899 with the opening of the first commercial branch of Bayer: the German giant, divided into the areas of Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health and Crop... more
Cheese and dairy productsSabelli Debuts at the Summer Fancy Food Show
Italian dairy company targets the US, with exports booming (+25%)
Summer, time for the Summer Fancy Food Show: from June 29th to July 1st Sabelli flew to New York to participate in one of the most important events for the food & beverage sector, considered the gateway... more
BeverageBirra Moretti debuts in Korea
The brand (owned by Heineken) can be bought in bottles in high-end Italian restaurants
Or can be purchased in cans at minimarkets and supermarkets more
Economy and financeEurozone economic outlook improves
Hcob S&P Global PMI Index: June saw more production for manufacturing and services (transport, food, tourism, trade)
The eurozone private sector posted a sixth consecutive month of increased output in June, and a fourth consecutive monthly increase in employment. Growth rates remained weak in both cases, "but the ongoing... more
FairsSigep World 2026 (Ieg): all the upcoming news
New Strategy Aims to Attract Top Foreign Buyers. Gelato Enters Global Menus
High-end hotels and bars of the future take center stage with the Luxury Hotel Food Experience and the Innovation Bar: direct dialogue with premium hospitality players. more
ZootechnyAvian influenza in cattle. EFSA: potential risk also for Europe
In the US, 981 dairy herds affected between March 2024 and May 2025 /Attachment
Seasonal migration of wild birds and the importation of some US products, such as those containing raw milk, could represent potential routes for the introduction into Europe of the highly pathogenic avian... more
Economy and financeIntesa Sanpaolo Best European Financial Institution for Analyst and Investor Relations
The recognition comes from IR Impact magazine on the occasion of the IR Impact Awards 2025
Following the important awards given by Extel to Carlo Messina and Intesa Sanpaolo (read the EFA News ), the Bank has been recognized as the best European financial institution for relations with financial... more
DessertsValeo Foods Acquires Melegatti
The Verona-based company joins the multinational controlled by Bain Capital
Valeo Foods Group, a leading European producer of high-quality confectionery, snacks and bakery products, has acquired the assets of Melegatti 1894 SpA, a historic Italian manufacturer of panettoni, pandoro... more
Packaging and logisticsBillion-dollar operation in US packaging: a 60 billion colossus is born
Packaging Corporation of America today bought Greif for $1.8 billion in cash
Packaging Corporation of America announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase the containerboard business of Greif, Inc. The transaction was closed for $1.8 billion in cash.... more
FairsIeg, Ecomondo 2025 on the road
Three international stages for collaboration in key sectors of ecological transition in Cairo, Belgrade and Warsaw
In view of the next edition of Ecomondo, scheduled from 4 to 7 November 2025 at Fiera di Rimini, the organization of Italian Exhibition Group is promoting three international stages designed to anticipate... more
Mineral waters and drinksSibat Tomarchio: Maria Cristina Busi Ferruzzi new president
Sicilian company exporting soft drinks to 48 countries worldwide renews its board of directors
Change at the top of Sibat Tomarchio. Maria Cristina Busi Ferruzzi is the new president of the board of directors of the historic Sicilian soft drink producer. The new board of directors will be in office... more
Economy and financeElica Transforms Chinese Subsidiary into Strategic Hub
Elica Home Appliances (Putian) acquired for almost 2 million euros
Elica, a company listed on Euronext Star Milan and active in the production of kitchen hoods and cooker hobs, announces that it has signed today the acquisition of the residual 0.56% of the share capital... more
Packaging and logisticsCaffitaly: agreement with creditors, financial restructuring completed
Andrea Zocchi succeeds Massimiliano Pogliani as CEO
Caffitaly, a leading international player in the production and distribution of coffee capsules and machines, has completed the recapitalization and financial restructuring process with its creditors,... more
DessertsPernigotti incorporates Walcor: a new Italian confectionery hub is born
The group now has a turnover of 70 million euros per year, 340 employees and exports to 50 countries
Francesco Pastore appointed CEO. more
Fruit juicesYoga: The Taste of Wellness Meets a Passion for Cycling
For the third year in a row, the brand is the protagonist at the Maratona delle Dolomiti
There's no two without three. For the third consecutive year, Yoga will be the protagonist at the Maratona delle Dolomiti, a cycling granfondo scheduled for Sunday 6 July with its 38th edition (#mdd38).... more
Fruit and vegetablesMisitano & Stracuzzi: Mohamed Erraji new Chief Commercial & Strategy Officer
Appointment under the banner of innovation, sustainable growth and expansion into global markets
Misitano & Stracuzzi SpA, one of the main Italian business to business (B2B) operators active internationally in the creation, production and marketing of citrus essences mainly of natural origin and to... more
Catering and hospitalityTourism, Italy's appeal grows among rich Asians
Enit presents the latest data on arrivals from Asia-Pacific countries: +8.3% of tourists from China
Who knows how happy Dina Ravera is, president of Destination Italia, the first “Glocal Travel Tech” active in incoming experiential tourism. A few days ago, in an exclusive interview with EFA News, the... more
FairsFiere di Parma prepares Cibus Tec Forum 2025
On October 28th and 29th the event in partnership with OnFoods celebrates Cibus' 40th anniversary
After the success of the first edition in 2022, the new Cibus Tec Forum 2025 event will take place on Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 October 2025 at Fiere di Parma. Two days of ideas, business and networking... more
Food safetySudan Emergency: FAO Launches Seed Distribution Campaign
Over 750,000 people in the African country are facing critical hunger
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched a large-scale emergency seed distribution campaign, targeting 1.5 million farming families – about 7.5 million people – in... more
HealthSanpellegrino Observatory. Light legs and an active lymphatic system: the secret is in the water
High ambient temperatures in fact promote vasodilation and increased capillary permeability
With the arrival of summer and the consequent increase in temperatures, our body is subjected to greater thermal stress that can compromise the balance of body fluids. Among the systems most sensitive... more
CoffeeTwo new entries in the Starbucks board of directors
Dambisa Moyo and Marissa Mayer join the nine other board members of the coffee chain
Starbucks has announced the appointment of two new CEOs to its board of directors, effective June 25, 2025. They are economist Dambisa Moyo and Marissa Mayer , CEO of an artificial intelligence startup.... more
PeopleNikolaus Kriz new EFSA executive director
Five-year term starting September 2025
The Management Board of EFSA, the European Food Safety Authority, has nominated Nikolaus Kriz as its next Executive Director for a five-year term starting in September. Aivars Bērziņš , Chair of the EF... more
BeverageCampari sold Cinzano for 100 million euros
The brand was sold to the Amaro del Capo group (Caffo Group) including the Frattina business
If this isn't the news of the summer, it's almost there at least for us Italians. In a nutshell, Campari has sold the Cinzano brand to the Amaro del Capo group: the total consideration for the operation... more
AgrifoodCAP at the centre of talks between Italy and Spain
Spanish Agriculture Minister Planas meets his counterpart Lollobrigida in Rome
The bilateral meeting between the Minister of Agriculture, Francesco Lollobrigida , and the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food of the Kingdom of Spain, Luis Planas , took place today at the Masaf,... more
DistributionEuropean Marketing Distribution: Maniele Tasca became President again
After holding the position in 2027-2021, the CEO of Selex succeeds Johan Neuman
Stephanie Lotter joins board of directors of consumer goods powerhouse. more
MeatsCured Meats. Italian Production and Exports Increase, Domestic Consumption Declines
Assica's President Beretta: "In our sector costs remain high, further wars would damage us"
During the Annual Assembly of Assica (Italian Meat and Cured Meats Industrial Association), which takes place today in Brussels as part of the European campaign “Trust Your Taste – Choose European Qua... more
Government actsAntep Fıstık Ezmesi: Turkish Sweet Gets PGI Recognition
Its reputation is linked to the quality of local pistachios and the skills of Gaziantep pastry chefs.
The Commission has approved the addition of "AntepFıstık Ezmesi" / "Antepfıstığı Ezmesi" / "Gaziantep Fıstık Ezmesi" to the Register of Protected Geographical Indications (PGIs). Antep Fıstık Ezmesi is... more
ZootechnyLivestock: Collapse of Heads Across the European Union
More marked decrease for cattle. Sheep, goats and pigs also down
In 2024, the European Union had 132 million pigs, 72 million cattle, 57 million sheep and 10 million goats. According to Eurostat, compared to the previous year, all livestock populations decreased: the... more
Coffeeillycaffè buys back its Swiss distributor
Scocchia (CEO): "This is how we strengthen our direct presence in key European markets"
illycaffè has acquired 100% control of the Swiss distributor based in Thalwil. “The Swiss market is highly strategic due to its size, premiumness and potential, representing a significant growth area fo... more
Cheese and dairy productsGrana Padano ambassador of italian flavour at Summer Fancy Food
Berni (GM): "It is the confirmation of our commitment to bring Made in Italy to tables all over the world"
The Grana Padano Protection Consortium, committed to promoting and enhancing the world's most famous and consumed PDO cheese, will participate in the 69th edition of the Summer Fancy Food Show, scheduled... more
BeverageAssoBirra: Federico Sannella is the new President
He succeeds Alfredo Pratolongo. Merlin, Micucci and Savoca appointed Vice Presidents
Andrea Bagnolini confirmed as General Manager. more
WinesFedervini: Giacomo Ponti is the new president
He takes over from Micaela Pallini and will be supported by deputies Aldo Davoli and Pietro Mastroberardino
In an international context marked by wars, geopolitical instability, commercial uncertainties and cultural challenges, the Italian wine, spirits and vinegar sector confirms itself as a pillar of the national... more
AgrifoodItalian Dop Tourism Report: 361 consortia, 597 products and 585 activities
103 Roads and itineraries, 17 UNESCO sites, 29 historic rural landscapes and 82 parks and protected areas
Parma Ham and Grana Padano among the document's "case histories". more
AgrifoodAlfalfa: World Congress Debuts in Europe
Event will be held in Reims (France), from 3 to 6 November 2025. Aife among the organizers
Huyghe (Scientific Committee): "Product increasingly crucial for EU agriculture". more
FairsItalian Exhibition Group: X-Future video podcasts on air
The voices of the trade fair-congress group in dialogue with the world of economics, markets and publishing
The first series of X-Future is on air on the Group's YouTube channel, the video podcasts designed by Italian Exhibition Group (Ieg) which, with the participation of authoritative external voices, will... more
Government actsMattei Plan for Africa: Meloni and von der Leyen meet in Rome
EU Global Gateway mobilizes €150 billion of investments in the continent by 2027
Receiving the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen today at Villa Doria Pamphilj, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni aims to take a new "fundamental step" in the internationalization of... more
Economy and financeIlly, the ownership structure of the holding changes
Daria Illy leaves after 16 years: her 19% stake sold
The Illy family, as planned, has completed the reorganization process of the group with the change of ownership structure of Holding Illy Spa, that is, the family safe at the top of the control chain of... more
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
Economy and financeNestlé: Paul Bulcke steps down after nearly 50 years. Pablo Isla proposed as successor
The Chairman of the Board of Directors will not re-present his candidacy for the 2026 meeting
Paul Bulcke , Chairman of the Board of Directors, will not stand for re-election at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Nestlé SA on 16 April 2026. After nearly 50 years of service, including 14 years... more
AgrifoodDried fodder. Severi (Aife): "Challenges and opportunities ahead of us"
Reappointed Copa-Cogeca sector president raises alarm over falling yields
“I would like to thank the Organizations that believed in me and supported my candidacy by renewing my nomination as President of the Dried Forage Group in Copa-Cogeca, demonstrating their esteem and t... more
Mineral waters and drinksCoca-Cola Hbc Italia: over €160 M in sustainable innovation
This year 90 million investments for the 6 Italian plants
Coca-Cola Hbc Italia, the main producer and distributor of The Coca-Cola Company brand products in Italy, has been investing in innovation and research for over 20 years to promote a sustainable business... more
Food safetyKraft Heinz Eliminates Colorants From Its Product Portfolio
The multinational will not launch any new references in the United States with FD&C
Kraft Heinz is committed to eliminating colorants from its U.S. product portfolio by the end of 2027. The Kraft Heinz Company announced today that it will not launch any new products in the U.S. with Food,... more
Ice creamUnilever Considers CEO of The Magnum Ice Cream Company
Peter ter Kulve is thought to be the one to take over the reins of the new company: approval from the board of directors is expected in the near future
Unilever has proposed Peter ter Kulve as its candidate to lead Magnum Ice Cream Company, the group's newly created (at the end of April 2025) ice cream division (read EFA News ). According to a spokesperson... more
SustainabilityFood Waste: Nestlé Food Bank Alliance is Born
New global alliance with networks in 80 countries to ensure access to food
Combining Nestlé’s long-standing partnerships with the Global Food Banking Network (GFN), Feeding America (FA) and the European Food Banks Federation (FEBA), the Nestlé Food Bank Alliance has been lau... more
Government actsEU Commission approves new Slovak PDO
"Spišský šípkový lekvár" is a jam made from freshly picked rose hips
The European Commission has approved the addition of a new product to the register of quality schemes for agricultural products and foodstuffs: "Spišský šípkový lekvár" from Slovakia as a protected desig... more
PeopleYum! Brands Names Chris Turner as New CEO
David Gibbs Leaves After 37 Years: New CEO to Lead KFC Restaurant Expansion
Yum! Brands, the brand that owns the well-known brand KFC, Kentucky fried chicken, which, in Italy, closed 2024 with a turnover of 179 million euros, up 25% compared to 2023 (read the EFA News story),... more