Cheese Buyer - May 2025

perfectly in line with a market, like the United Kingdom, which is increasinglymindful of the origin and environmental impact of what they eat. DalterFood has been able to strengthen its position thanks to its ability to adapt to the new needs of consumers and, consequently, of retailers, not only guaranteeing the finest but also more sustainable products. The production of Parmigiano Reggiano, one of the most popular and well-known cheeses in the world, is an example of how the Groupmanages to combine tradition and innovation. This outstanding cheese is made at its two cheese factories – Colline di Selvapiana e Canossa Cheese Factory and Colline del Cigarello e Canossa Cheese Factory – right in the heart of the Reggio Emilia Apennines (in northern Italy). Here the milk is processed from 40 local farms which, thanks to a partnershipmodel strengthened over time, ensure a responsible and sustainable supply. The supply 10 DALTERFOOD GROUP W ith over 45 years’ experience in the dairy sector, DalterFood Group is now one of the main international players in the production, selection, cutting, packaging and distribution of high-quality Italian cheeses. With its headquarters in Italy, the Group enjoys a solid presence in the United Kingdom, partly thanks to its commercial subsidiary, Dalter UK, therefore proving to be the ideal partner for retailers. In fact, thanks to its knowledge of the British market and its proximity to the region, it can help clients swiftly and effectivelymeet the growing demand for quality, sustainability and authenticity fromBritish consumers, including with tailor- made solutions. Sustainable supply of Parmigiano Reggiano Parmigiano Reggiano is at the heart of DalterFood Group’s offer and its supply chain stands out for the solid commitment to product traceability and sustainability, Italian Pezzata Rossa cows. The latter in particular has special features that make it highly sought- after and unique. While also being certified as organic and a “Mountain Product”, it is made at just one of the Group’s mountain cheese factories, the Colline del Cigarello e Canossa Cheese Factory, withmilk from one single breed of cow (Italian Pezzata Rossa) reared at just one mountain farm. The characteristics of this excellent cheese make it ideal for retailers wanting to expand their offer with top-quality products, both in terms of their flavour and traceability, capable of satisfying any consumers who are careful about the origin of their food. All these versions of Parmigiano Reggiano are available in a wide range of cuts and packs, designed to meet retailers’ specific requirements. Fromwedges, with both fixed and variable weights, offered in vacuumpacks or thermoformed tray, to grated cheese in doypacks, right up to special cuts such as flakes and cubes packaged in small tubs with a resealable lid. These practical solutions are suitable for home use and can preserve the product’s quality and freshness. A carefully selected range Alongside Parmigiano Reggiano, DalterFood Group offers a wide variety of traditional Italian fresh cheeses, carefully selected by trusted partners. They include Buffalo Mozzarella and Burrata, icons of Made in Italy cuisine, which are perfect, with their creaminess and freshness, for enriching a simple salad or for enhancing the authentic Italian flavour of a pizza. DalterFood Group is therefore a benchmark for the UKmarket and a reliable partner for retailers, thanks to its ability to keep even the most demanding consumers happy. Thanks to its flexible structure, and by carefully and meticulously listening to the client, the company can even create tailor- made solutions. Its long-standing know-how, extensive range and commitment to sustainability make the Group a true exponent of outstanding Italian cheeses, a spokesperson on the British market for a food culture with deep historical roots, well-known all around the world. chain is fully traced andmonitored to guarantee high quality standards, checking every stage of processing, from collecting the milk right up to distributing the product through the Group’s companies. Sustainability at its heart Its commitment to sustainability has also led to a series of initiatives involving animal welfare and responsible management of natural resources. In fact, DalterFood Group has obtained Animal Welfare certification for the third year running, issued by Certiquality according to the ClassyFarm protocol, the Italian reference organisation for animal welfare. This certification involves everyone in the Group’s Parmigiano Reggiano supply chain and is a hallmark feature that gives the product added value, directlymeeting the growing demand for transparency by consumers, particularly those in the United Kingdom, who are sensitive to animal welfare and sustainable production processes. Awide range of Parmigiano Reggiano varieties Altogether, 230 whole Parmigiano Reggiano cheeses are produced every day, with various ages, from a minimum of 12 months to over 40 months. Alongside the conventional version, DalterFood Group offers various types of Parmigiano Reggiano: organic, “Mountain Product” certified, and only from @specialityfood DalterFood Group’s long-standing know-how, extensive range and commitment to sustainability make it a true exponent of outstanding Italian cheeses; a spokesperson on the British market for a food culture with deep historical roots, well-known all around the world DalterFood Group offers tailor-made solutions for retail, focused on quality, traceability and sustainability to satisfy discerning consumers SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN