We share the culture and value of good food

The Group’s companies don’t compete, they complement one another

They are independent companies, united by a shared vision and working together to build a food ecosystem that is harmonious, sustainable and focused on creating value. 

Beyond the product: origin, quality and value

Avvalora is a label that can be applied to products to enhance the value of everything behind each Italian product: its origin, quality, production process and the work of the companies involved. Through an integrated model, clear standards, verifiable criteria and ongoing controls, Avvalora verifies and enhances every stage of the product journey, from production to distribution. 

A system that makes the value of the supply chain more visible, verifiable and recognisable, providing companies with a tangible tool to differentiate their products and consumers with a trusted reference for making more informed choices. 

 

Enhance the value of your products with Avvalora

Discover the process, requirements and steps involved in applying the Avvalora label to your products.

We bring Italian food projects to life

We connect selected producers with modern retail and the Ho.Re.Ca. sector to develop tailored products and projects. From analysing client needs to selecting the most suitable partners, we coordinate expertise and resources to turn every opportunity into a tangible project. 

Food Network

Tailor-Made Consulting

Large-Scale Retail, Retail & Ho.Re.Ca.

Private-Label Products

We support industries and SMEs in entering and growing within modern retail and the Ho.Re.Ca. sector, turning market opportunities into tangible projects.

We support modern retail and the Ho.Re.Ca. sector in selecting and developing their food offering, identifying the most suitable partners and coordinating every stage of the project to ensure efficiency, quality and tangible results. 

Do you have a product to develop or are you looking to enter modern retail and the Ho.Re.Ca. sector?

Tell us about your project: we’ll analyse the opportunities and work with you to identify the most suitable path forward. 

The e-commerce platform for Parma’s finest gastronomic products, selected by Claudio Cimardi

Parmador was born from the vision and experience of Claudio Cimardi, who personally seeks out and selects the finest gastronomic products from the Parma region and the Food Valley. 

Each product is chosen for its ability to tell a story of quality, tradition and craftsmanship, creating a collection of specialities that represents the most authentic expression of the region and its gastronomic culture. 

“Parmador starts with excellence and goes beyond.”

Discover the finest products selected by Parmador

A selection of gastronomic products chosen for their quality, authenticity and connection to the region. Discover our selection and let us guide you in finding the right products for you. 

Theory and practice in the heart of the Food Valley

UniSaFo is Italy’s first advanced training academy dedicated to the world of cured meats and cheeses. Founded in Parma, in the heart of the Food Valley, it offers training programmes for professionals and enthusiasts, helping to promote product culture and develop new skills and expertise in the cured meats and cheese sector. 

A COMPLETE RANGE OF ACTIVITIES
  • Tailor-made courses for large-scale retail professionals
  • Masterclasses for Ho.Re.Ca. professionals and enthusiasts
  • Educational aperitifs
  • Guided tastings and sensory analysis
  • Corporate team-building activities
  • Experiences for foodies and tourists dedicated to the region’s gastronomic culture

Turn knowledge into experience

Would you like to organise a course, tasting or experience dedicated to the world of cured meats and cheeses? Get in touch with us to create an activity tailored to your needs. 

Industries and SMEs

Product positioning and strategy

We analyze the market and consumption trends to define the correct product positioning. We help suppliers adapt their offer to the specific needs of different channels and target audiences.

Product development and optimization

We work with manufacturers to develop or adapt products in line with retail (GDO) requirements, balancing quality, costs and technical features to ensure competitiveness and market fit.

Packaging and regulatory compliance

We provide support in defining packaging and managing regulatory aspects, ensuring every product meets the required standards in terms of labeling, safety and market compliance.

Volume planning and management

We guide manufacturers in production planning, helping to ensure continuity, reliability and responsiveness to retail demand.

Management and development of the business relationship

We follow the relationship between manufacturer and end client over time, supporting sales activities, facilitating communication and helping build solid, lasting partnerships.

Support in entering and growing within retail (GDO)

We support manufacturers in entering major retail (GDO) channels, offering established relationships and deep knowledge of purchasing dynamics. We guide manufacturers through dialogue with buyers and through negotiation phases.

Greater commercial effectiveness

We guide manufacturers in shaping an offer consistent with retail (GDO) requirements, increasing the chances of success and reducing the risk of products misaligned with the market.

Enhancing the commercial proposition

We help build a clear, distinctive positioning, allowing manufacturers to better showcase their offer and compete more effectively.

Greater operational efficiency

We support planning and alignment between production and demand, reducing inefficiencies, waste and issues related to volume management.

Business scalability

We support manufacturers' growth, enabling them to expand their presence within retail (GDO) without having to handle all the commercial and organizational complexity in-house.

Reduced commercial risk

We support manufacturers in managing the relationship with retail (GDO), helping to prevent issues and ensure greater stability and continuity over time.

Access to expertise and market knowledge

We share insights, analysis and hands-on expertise, enabling manufacturers to anticipate market needs and make more informed decisions.

Modern Retail and the HO.RE.CA. Channel

Supplier research and selection

We identify and select the most suitable manufacturers based on the client's specific needs, ensuring reliability, quality and consistency with the required positioning.

Tailored product development

We design food products in line with retail (GDO) objectives, defining features, quality and price targets to effectively meet market needs.

Optimization of the quality/price ratio

We work on balancing costs, quality and product perception, helping to improve the competitiveness and profitability of the offer.

Management of operational issues

We step in to resolve supply-related issues, such as returns, missed deliveries and stock shortages, ensuring continuity and reliability of service.

Strategic support and category development

We provide retailers with market analysis, consumption trends and category management insights to guide assortment choices and build a coherent, competitive, end-customer-focused offer.

Simplified supplier management

We offer a single point of contact, reducing the complexity of managing multiple suppliers and optimizing internal time and resources.

Greater effectiveness in product development

We provide ready-structured solutions consistent with the required positioning, reducing development time and increasing the likelihood of commercial success.

Cost chain optimization

We provide precise knowledge of the market value of products, helping to define the right price positioning balanced between quality, margin and competitiveness.

Greater operational speed

We reduce steps and decision-making complexity, enabling a faster response to market needs and business dynamics.

Reduced quality risk

We ensure high standards through the selection of already-vetted manufacturers, reducing the risk of non-compliance and product issues.

Industries and SMEs

Product positioning and strategy

We analyze the market and consumption trends to define the correct product positioning. We help suppliers adapt their offer to the specific needs of different channels and target audiences.

Product development and optimization

We work with manufacturers to develop or adapt products in line with retail (GDO) requirements, balancing quality, costs and technical features to ensure competitiveness and market fit.

Packaging and regulatory compliance

We provide support in defining packaging and managing regulatory aspects, ensuring every product meets the required standards in terms of labeling, safety and market compliance.

Volume planning and management

We guide manufacturers in production planning, helping to ensure continuity, reliability and responsiveness to retail demand.

Management and development of the business relationship

We follow the relationship between manufacturer and end client over time, supporting sales activities, facilitating communication and helping build solid, lasting partnerships.

Support in entering and growing within retail (GDO)

We support manufacturers in entering major retail (GDO) channels, offering established relationships and deep knowledge of purchasing dynamics. We guide manufacturers through dialogue with buyers and through negotiation phases.

Greater commercial effectiveness

We guide manufacturers in shaping an offer consistent with retail (GDO) requirements, increasing the chances of success and reducing the risk of products misaligned with the market.

Enhancing the commercial proposition

We help build a clear, distinctive positioning, allowing manufacturers to better showcase their offer and compete more effectively.

Greater operational efficiency

We support planning and alignment between production and demand, reducing inefficiencies, waste and issues related to volume management.

Business scalability

We support manufacturers' growth, enabling them to expand their presence within retail (GDO) without having to handle all the commercial and organizational complexity in-house.

Reduced commercial risk

We support manufacturers in managing the relationship with retail (GDO), helping to prevent issues and ensure greater stability and continuity over time.

Access to expertise and market knowledge

We share insights, analysis and hands-on expertise, enabling manufacturers to anticipate market needs and make more informed decisions.

Modern Retail and the HO.RE.CA. Channel

Supplier research and selection

We identify and select the most suitable manufacturers based on the client's specific needs, ensuring reliability, quality and consistency with the required positioning.

Tailored product development

We design food products in line with retail (GDO) objectives, defining features, quality and price targets to effectively meet market needs.

Optimization of the quality/price ratio

We work on balancing costs, quality and product perception, helping to improve the competitiveness and profitability of the offer.

Management of operational issues

We step in to resolve supply-related issues, such as returns, missed deliveries and stock shortages, ensuring continuity and reliability of service.

Strategic support and category development

We provide retailers with market analysis, consumption trends and category management insights to guide assortment choices and build a coherent, competitive, end-customer-focused offer.

Simplified supplier management

We offer a single point of contact, reducing the complexity of managing multiple suppliers and optimizing internal time and resources.

Greater effectiveness in product development

We provide ready-structured solutions consistent with the required positioning, reducing development time and increasing the likelihood of commercial success.

Cost chain optimization

We provide precise knowledge of the market value of products, helping to define the right price positioning balanced between quality, margin and competitiveness.

Greater operational speed

We reduce steps and decision-making complexity, enabling a faster response to market needs and business dynamics.

Reduced quality risk

We ensure high standards through the selection of already-vetted manufacturers, reducing the risk of non-compliance and product issues.