Italia Alimentari – Busseto, Parma

Italian Cured Meat Excellence, Tradition and Innovation

Located in Busseto, in the province of Parma, Italia Alimentari is one of Italy's major food producers, specialising in traditional cured meats, sliced charcuterie, ready-to-eat snacks and gastronomic specialities.

Part of the Cremonini Group, the company combines the heritage of Italian pork butchery with advanced industrial technology, offering a wide selection of products for both domestic and international markets.

Its Busseto production facility is particularly important for the manufacturing of traditional Parma cured meats, including Culatello di Zibello DOP, salami, mortadella, pancetta and other regional specialities.

Through its historic Ibis Salumi brand and other well-established brands, Italia Alimentari promotes the quality and authenticity of Italian food products in more than 50 countries worldwide.

Traditional Cured Meats and Food Specialities

Italia Alimentari offers an extensive range of products representing the diversity of Italian charcuterie.

Its main specialities include:

Culatello di Zibello DOP: one of the most prestigious cured meats of the Bassa Parmense, appreciated for its delicate flavour and traditional ageing process.
Salame di Felino IGP: a characteristic speciality of the Parma area, known for its balanced seasoning and rich taste.
Coppa and Culatta: traditional cured meats produced according to the gastronomic heritage of Emilia-Romagna.
Mortadella: a classic Italian speciality, including the well-known Ibis Cuor di Paese.
Pancetta: available in different preparations, reflecting traditional Italian pork processing.
Cooked Ham: a selection of products designed for retail, delicatessens and professional catering.
Bresaola della Valtellina IGP: a speciality produced in the company's Valtellina facilities.
Pre-Sliced Cured Meats: convenient packaged products for supermarkets, restaurants and food service operators.
Ready-to-Eat Snacks: sandwiches, filled bread products and other convenient food solutions.

The company's production network covers several Italian regions, each associated with distinctive gastronomic traditions.

The Busseto Production Facility

The Busseto plant represents one of the most important production centres within Italia Alimentari's industrial network.

Situated in the heart of the Bassa Parmense, an area historically associated with high-quality cured meats, the facility combines traditional manufacturing knowledge with modern processing and ageing systems.

The plant specialises in salami, mortadella, cooked ham, pancetta, coppa, culatta, Culatello di Zibello DOP and other regional specialities.

Advanced production technologies and automated systems support consistent quality, efficient processing and food safety throughout the manufacturing process.

Ibis Salumi: A Historic Brand from Busseto

One of Italia Alimentari's best-known brands is Ibis Salumi, whose origins are closely connected to Busseto.

Established more than fifty years ago, Ibis developed its reputation through traditional pork products, initially specialising in pancetta before expanding into a broader selection of Italian cured meats.

Today, the brand represents an important connection between the gastronomic heritage of Parma and the modern Italian food industry.

Its products are distributed throughout Italy and internationally, helping introduce traditional Italian flavours to consumers around the world.

Innovation, Quality and International Distribution

Italia Alimentari continuously invests in production technology, packaging systems and product development.

The company supplies supermarkets, food service operators, industrial customers and international distributors, offering both established brands and customised private-label solutions.

Its industrial organisation includes specialised facilities in Italy and operations abroad, supporting the distribution of Italian food products to international markets.

Through this combination of tradition and innovation, Italia Alimentari contributes to the international recognition of Italy's Food Valley.

Direct Sales and Product Information

Italia Alimentari products are available through supermarkets, delicatessens, food distributors and selected retail outlets.

The company also operates Gourmé Soragna, a food market and restaurant in the province of Parma, where visitors can discover and purchase traditional cured meats and regional specialities.

The Busseto facility is primarily a production site; visitors interested in purchasing products or arranging business appointments should contact the company in advance.