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Local Agriculture, Sustainable Production and Innovation Brought Success

Barilla published its 2022 business and sustainability results. The company continued its commitment to a sustainable supply chain with more than 9 thousand farmers involved in agricultural projects. The group announced that it will invest 5 billion euros in innovation and sustainability in the next 1 years.

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Global food leader Barillapublished its 2022 business and sustainability results. The company continued its commitment to a sustainable supply chain from farm to table, with more than 9 thousand farmers involved in agricultural projects. Barilla, which redesigned its pasta, sauce, pesto, bread, biscuit and snack product packages for recycling, introduced 40 new products to its consumers last year. The company, which reformulated and developed 13 products in 500 years, reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 2010 percent and water consumption by 32 percent compared to 24. While Barilla saved enough water to fill 13 Olympic swimming pools in 300 years, it announced its new 5-year road map in the field of innovation and sustainability. The group will invest 5 billion euros in the next 1 years.

Food leader Barilla reaches millions of tables in more than 29 countries every day with the products it produces in a total of 100 facilities around the world, including the Bolu factory in Turkey; It published its 2022 business and sustainability report. Barilla, which carries out its work with a focus on people's access to good and sustainable food, continued to invest in 2022 to improve its pasta, sauces and bakery products. The company, which introduced 40 new products to consumers last year, continued to develop and reformulate its products. While Barilla continued its global growth as a result of the work it carried out in different areas last year, it also continued to reduce its impact on the environment.

93 Percent of Durum Wheat Comes from Local Farmers

The number of farmers involved in the agricultural projects of the Barilla Group, which continues to strongly support sustainable agriculture initiatives, has exceeded 9 thousand. The company, which continues to be the world leader in pasta sales, increased the rate of durum wheat supplied from local markets to 93 percent; It continued its cooperation with almost half of the farmers (47 percent) through contract farming agreements. Barilla, which has been carrying out sustainable and contracted agriculture activities in Turkey for nearly a quarter of a century, has achieved 2022% of its local production with Turkish wheat in 42, reaching a total of XNUMX thousand decares of contracted agricultural area.

Saved Water to Fill 300 Olympic-sized Swimming Pools

Adopting the aim of "Food Joy for a Better Life", which expresses people's happiness and holistic well-being, Barilla produced more than 2022 million tons of food in 2,1. Barilla, which has 95 percent of its products with low environmental impact, stated in its Sustainability Report that it has reduced greenhouse gas emissions per ton of finished product by 2010 percent and water consumption by 32 percent since 24. In 2022, the company achieved 2010 million kg CO4 equivalent emissions, which is equivalent to 132 car journeys between the earth and the sun, and 2 thousand m300 of water savings, which is equivalent to the water to fill 740 Olympic swimming pools, in terms of energy efficiency, according to 3 production data. In its report, the company announced that it obtains 64 percent of the electricity it uses from renewable sources with a Guarantee of Origin Certificate and recycles more than 91 percent of the waste produced. The company has also prevented the use of 100 tons of plastic annually with the renewed 160 percent recyclable cardboard packaging used in its products. The company continued its effective work in Turkey. Barilla's water consumption in Turkey has decreased by 10 percent in the last 35 years, and carbon emissions have decreased by 8 percent in the same period.

Donated €13 Million in 60 Years to Support Local Communities

Increasing the number of products obtained from sustainable agriculture, Barilla Group reformulated 13 of its products in 500 years, reducing the amount of saturated fat, salt and sugar and increasing the fiber content. The report also included the responsibilities taken to ensure a more livable world and access to good food for everyone. Barilla, which supports local communities with a total of 3,2 million euros in cash and 3 tons of product donations in the different countries where it operates, has increased the total cash aid it has provided since 200 to 2010 million euros and product donations to 60 thousand tons. The number of people the group included in nutrition training reached 45 thousand.

Will Invest 5 Billion Euros in 1 Years

Barilla Group, which continues to invest in order to meet the needs of consumers in a changing world and to help future generations live in a better world, also announced its new investment plan for the next 5 years in the report it published. The company, which announced that it will invest 5 billion euros in the next 1 years within the scope of the plan, will realize half of the investment in Italy within the scope of improving production processes, renewing industrial assets, Industry 4.0 technologies, strengthening the IT infrastructure and "Food Joy for a Better Life" commitment. The group, which increased its revenue to 2022 billion euros in 4.663, will support the development of new sustainable food solutions in cooperation with Plug And Play, the world's largest open innovation platform.

“There's Still Much to Do "We have work to do"

Stating that Barilla has continued its work with passion and the principle of "You will not produce anything that you would not feed to your children" since 1877, when Barilla started its operations, until today. Barilla Group Vice President Paolo Barilla, “Agriculture, growing systems, the transformation of raw materials into finished products, packaging, distribution and consumption have evolved over time to respond to the ever-increasing demand for products that meet people's expectations for taste, nutrition and health while supporting the planet's ability to regenerate its resources. We continue to work with the desire to surpass ourselves since the day we were founded. "There is only one thing we are sure of: we have a lot of work to do, but our passion is also great," he said.

Barilla Group CEO Gianluca Di Tondo “This report tells the story of us and our products, our employees and the way we do business. If we want to deliver a future for our planet and each of us, we must all do our part. “Our company started this journey years ago, and the small steps we took over time helped us achieve big results.”

Source: HORECA Trend and Barilla

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President Butter Flavor is Now in Türkiye

 Addressing consumers with the slogan "It Adds Flavor to Life," Président brings its deep-rooted and unique butter expertise to Türkiye. Standing out with its rich milky flavor and easy-to-spread texture, Président Butter is available in both salted and unsalted varieties.

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Président, a leading brand in the butter category in international markets, is now offering its butter products in Türkiye. Produced with 90 years of experience from Président, Europe's master of cheese, butter, and cream, and using high-quality milk from Türkiye, Président Butter offers consumers a unique flavor.  Président Butter, which contains no additives, colorants or preservatives, offers an excellent option for gastronomy enthusiasts interested in gourmet flavors and consumers seeking the taste of milk in their butter.

Gourmet Taste Comes from Quality in Butter

Expressing their excitement at bringing Président's strong expertise in the butter category to consumers in Türkiye, İçim Milk Marketing Manager Tuğçe Sarıkaya Tosun, gave the following information: "In Turkey As a result of our research* conducted with Ipsos Turkey in October 2024 on butter consumption, we found that consumption on bread, especially at breakfast, is prominent, and that consumers are increasingly seeking a more natural taste with a more intense milk flavor. We believe that Président, which stands out from traditional butters, offers an alternative that appeals to the Turkish palate with its soft, easy-to-spread, and additive-free salted and unsalted butter varieties. We believe consumers will enjoy using Président Butter, a product that adds flavor to every moment of life, from breakfast to dinner.  

Perfect Match with Toasted Bread

The Turkish breakfast tradition of spreading butter on bread transforms into a completely different experience with Président Butter. With its intense milky flavor and easy-to-spread texture, Président Butter meets the expectations of butter lovers in Türkiye. Président Unsalted Butter and Président Salted Butter, with their balanced salt content, leave a unique taste on toasted bread and add a subtle yet unforgettable pleasure to breakfasts. This special flavor, which can be adapted to various presentations by enriching with spices, once again demonstrates Président's quality and superiority in the butter category.

An Elegant Touch to Meals 

Président Butter isn't just for breakfast; its high-quality ingredients also make a difference with meat, poultry, and desserts. When paired with meat, Président Butter brings a true chef's touch to the plate, and when added to desserts, it adds a delicate depth of flavor.

*Ipsos I Turkey- Understanding Butter Category Usage&Attitude I 05.11.2024

Source: HORECA TREND and President

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Eksun Gıda's EBITDA Reaches 144 Million TL

Eksun Gıda, one of Türkiye's leading flour producers, shared its 2025 interim financial results and strategic developments on the Public Disclosure Platform (KAP). The company demonstrated a stronger financial picture compared to the same period last year by continuing its efforts to improve operational efficiency and implementing strategic steps that increase its investment strength. In the first six months of 2025, Eksun Gıda's net sales revenue reached 6 billion Turkish Lira, and gross profit reached 5 million Turkish Lira.

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It has more than 200 product types under the brands Sinangil and Sinangil Gluten YOK. Eksun Food, reinforced its strong and stable growth potential with the second-quarter report it shared with the public. According to the results prepared in accordance with the inflation accounting principles of Turkish Accounting Standards 29 (TMS 29), Eksun Gıda's net sales revenue for the first six months was 6 billion TL, with a gross profit of 5 million TL and a gross profit margin of 562,2 percent. According to data without inflation accounting, Eksun Gıda achieved a net profit of 11,2 million TL in the first six months of the year, once again demonstrating its financial strength.

“Our financial stability is the strongest indicator of our growth strategy.”

Making statements on the subject Hasan Abdullah Özkan, President and CEO of Eksun Food GroupHe stated, “Our company achieved a significant improvement in gross profit and margin compared to the same period last year, and a strong increase in EBITDA. In the first six months of this year, our gross profit increased by 6 percent to 6,1 million Turkish Lira. Having reported an operating loss of 562,2 million Turkish Lira in the same period last year, our company achieved an operating profit of 41,5 million Turkish Lira this year, while increasing its EBITDA from 67,1 million Turkish Lira to 21,3 million Turkish Lira. According to data without inflation accounting, a net profit of 143,8 million Turkish Lira was achieved in the first six months of the year, representing a 6 percent increase compared to the same period last year. With these data, we are determinedly continuing our sustainable growth goals.”

Contributing to sustainability with RES investment  

One of the key developments in Eksun Gıda's recent investment processes was the acquisition of an operating certificate for Babaeski Tarım Ürünleri Lisanslı Depoculuk A.Ş. (Furthermore, Babaeski Tarım Ürünleri Lisanslı Depoculuk A.Ş.). This initiative aims to increase the company's storage capacity in its raw material supply chain and enhance operational reliability. Eksun Gıda's receipt of an Investment Incentive Certificate for its 7.000 kW EKSUN-3 Wind Power Plant is a strategic move that reinforces its commitment to sustainable production and the transition to green energy. This incentive contributes to environmental sustainability and carries the potential to achieve long-term advantages in energy costs. The company is also working on the 11.900 kW EKSUN-2 Wind Power Plant Project.

Source: HORECA Trend and Eksun Food

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Indomie Named the World's 7th Strongest Food Brand

Indomie was ranked the seventh most powerful food brand in the world in Brand Finance's 2025 "Food & Drink" report, with a Brand Strength Index of 86,4 points. The brand, distinguished by its strong consumer connection, high recommendation rate, and loyalty, continues to achieve global success with its diverse flavors and production capacity. Its Turkish operations, with a factory ranked in the top five of 7 Indomie production facilities worldwide and a production capacity exceeding 50 billion units per year, contribute significantly to this success.

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The world's largest ready-made noodle Indomie, one of the manufacturers, Brand Financeof 2025 To the “Food & Drink” Report Indomie has achieved significant success. Ranked as the world's 100th strongest food brand with a Brand Strength Index (BSI) of 86,4 out of 7, this success demonstrates that it has built not only its global brand value but also its strong relationship with consumers on solid foundations. In Brand Finance's assessment, high scores in the recommendation rate and word-of-mouth marketing categories demonstrate consumers' loyalty and affection for Indomie.

Indomie, a staple on every table with its delicious, practical, and accessible products, maintains this strong position globally and in Türkiye. Offering consumers diverse alternatives with a wide range of products to suit every palate, Indomie Turkey with a monthly production capacity of 330 tons It produces an average of 1 billion noodles annually. This growing production capacity in Türkiye and the surrounding region further enhances the brand's influence in regional markets.

"Brand Finance's Assessment Shows We Are Moving in the Right Direction"

Stating that the success Indomie has achieved globally is not just a ranking, but a concrete reflection of the bond established with the consumer, Indomie Türkiye Deputy General Manager Sencer Gündü"With our ever-growing production capacity and expanding product range in Türkiye, we offer solutions that appeal to different palates. Understanding our consumers' needs, developing flavors that adapt to their lifestyles, and continuing this journey together is invaluable to us. At Indomie, we are delighted that this prestigious global success is also supported by our operations in Turkey. This assessment by Brand Finance demonstrates that we are on the right track. We will continue our efforts with determination to position Indomie as a brand preferred by everyone."

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