The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) is delighted with its joint appearance at Biofach 2026 in Nuremberg. From 10 to 13 February, 65 companies from 16 Italian regions presented their organic products on 640 square metres and used the trade fair to initiate business in the growing international organic market.
The products on display at the joint stand ranged from olive oils, pasta and rice specialities to convenience products. The companies represented came from Abruzzo, Apulia, Emilia-Romagna, Calabria, Campania, Lazio, Lombardy, Marche, Molise, Piedmont, Sardinia, Sicily, Tuscany, Trentino-Alto Adige, Umbria and Veneto, among others. The presentation thus reflected both the geographical diversity of Italy and the range of high-quality organic foods, according to a statement.
„Biofach 2026 was a great success for us. The good visitor frequency at our stand and the concrete interest clearly show that Italian organic products are in demand worldwide and enjoy great trust. Our companies were able to make valuable contacts and further expand existing partnerships. In view of the continuing strong growth of the German market - with German production stagnating at the same time - we see very good foundations and opportunities for Italian companies and for further export growth.“
Ferdinando Fiore, Director of the Italian Trade Agency in Berlin
Wide range from classics to specialities
In addition to classic products such as olive oil, vinegar specialities, fresh and dried pasta, rice, baked goods, snacks, sauces and pesto, truffle specialities were particularly popular. Pickled and preserved fruit and vegetables such as artichokes, chard, spinach and asparagus were also in high demand. The range was complemented by ready-made mixes and instant meals, gluten-free flours, spices and medicinal plants. Drinks such as coffee, lemonade, juices and wine rounded off the presentation. Numerous products combined organic standards with protected designation of origin (PDO) or protected geographical indication (PGI).
Fiore also emphasised the cultural significance of organic farming in Italy: „Organic is not a trend in Italy, but an integral part of a food culture that was recently recognised by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage. This will ensure a further growth spurt,“ Fiore is certain.
Stable growth in the Italian organic market
According to data from Nomisma, the trade in Italian organic food has been growing steadily at home and abroad for years. In 2024, total sales reached around 10.4 billion euros. The domestic market accounted for around 6.5 billion euros of this, which corresponds to an increase of 5.7 per cent, and exports accounted for just under 3.9 billion euros, with growth of 7.0 per cent. This currently puts Italy in first place among European export countries and second place worldwide.
The most important export products include wine, olive oil and cereal products. The main sales markets are Germany, France, Scandinavia, the Benelux countries and the USA.
Source: Italian Trade Agency
