In order to assign the correct commercial value to cocoa, it is important to be able to perform laboratory tests on the intrinsic aroma of the beans, following a procedure defined by evaluation protocols applicable to all types of fermentation to which cocoa beans have previously been subjected. Let’s look at the procedure that is best applied
In the food sector, research and development shapes the future of the company by improving existing products and creating new ones that are more appealing and offer greater benefits than those of its direct competitors. At the heart of effective R&D lies a meticulous evaluation of projects, aimed at striking a careful balance between immediate revenue and long-term vision
Riccardo Cavanna’s successor as head of the Italian Packaging Machinery Manufacturers’ Association for the four-year period 2026–2030 will be elected in July during the Annual General Meeting
From his family roots among the rows of his own farm to the helm of the Torrevilla social winery in Oltrepò Pavese: Gabriele Picchi, Winemaker of the Year for AIS Lombardia, recounts a professional journey built on continuity, selection and territorial responsibility
The analysis laboratory not only guarantees the safety, quality and regulatory compliance of products, but also supports the customer in every way with an integrated approach that accompanies the company in every phase of its activity
Ponti’s president was awarded by the Foundation for Business and Skills for Made in Italy for his contribution to excellence, innovation, and knowledge transfer
Interview with Francesco Legrenzi, Director of the Italian Packaging Institute and CEO of Packaging Meeting
Mattia Vezzola’s experience and vision have transformed Valtènesi Rosé into a project of finesse, tension and longevity, capable of breaking down historical prejudices and redefining, through Costaripa, the role of Italian rosé in the contemporary wine scene
From sustainability requirements for packaging to recent regulations on drinking water, compliance with EU regulations requires a sound strategic vision, specialist expertise and a systematic methodological approach. In an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, compliance has a direct impact on business, reputation and business continuity
It is a cultural challenge, that of the Guardians of Lambrusco, a newly formed Association that aims to build an original narrative of the red bubbles produced between the provinces of Modena and Reggio Emilia, transforming, once and for all, the perception: from undervalued products to unmissable wines
Francesca Gelmini recounts the family-run production philosophy of Il Roccolo di Mezzomerico, in the Novara area, encompassing complete control of the supply chain, protection of native grape varieties, and a modern entrepreneurial approach deeply rooted in the local area
Veterinarians play a crucial role in ensuring food safety and quality through rigorous controls, surveillance based on strict regulations, and technical and scientific contributions to the development of new farming practices. We spoke with Dr. Prisca Carbotti, a veterinarian and food industry consultant.
