DalterFood Group closed 2025 with growing results and a turnover exceeding €200 million, consolidating its position in the dairy sector thanks to its expansion into European markets and its specialization in Parmigiano Reggiano. The Emilian group, headquartered in Sant'Ilario d'Enza, closed the financial year with revenues up 13,7% compared to €176 million in 2024, despite a continuing environment of price volatility and cost pressure.
The increase was driven by both volume growth and favorable price trends, with a key contribution from Parmigiano Reggiano, the company's flagship product. After a 2024 marked by margin compression, 2025 also saw a recovery in profitability and a return to profitability, confirming the group's ability to adapt to market developments.
“2025 was a year of growth and evolution for our Group,” commented General Manager Antonio Gizzi, emphasizing how improved sales results were accompanied by increased profitability and the enhancement of our specialization in Parmigiano Reggiano.
Growth was also supported by foreign subsidiaries. Dalter UK Ltd. exceeded €73 million in revenue, a 39,3% increase over the previous year, while VIP Italia GmbH maintained revenues above €64 million, confirming the strategic role of the German market. Dalter Alimentari maintained stable revenues, Colline di Canossa continued its development in the production of Parmigiano Reggiano, and the other group companies also contributed positively to the overall results.
Employment also increased over the year: the number of employees increased from 189 to 202, demonstrating the strengthening of the company's structure and the skills needed to support international expansion.
In 2025, the Parmigiano Reggiano market was characterized by more selective domestic demand, offset by buoyancy in foreign markets. Direct presence in the United Kingdom and Germany allowed the group to tap into the growing European demand for quality Italian cheeses for the food industry, large-scale retail trade, and the food service sector.
The first half of 2026 began with further strategic investments. In February, the new production facility in Parma, dedicated to cutting and packaging hard cheeses, began operations, with the aim of increasing production capacity and meeting growing demand in both the Italian and international markets.
Also in 2026, the group completed the acquisition of the French distributor For Food France, specializing in Italian cheeses. This transaction strengthens its presence in France, one of the country's main dairy export markets, replicating the model already successfully adopted in the United Kingdom and Germany through a direct commercial presence close to customers.
According to the company, the first months of 2026 will confirm the positive trend, with further increases in volumes, revenue, and margins. This performance strengthens the group's growth prospects, as it strives to consolidate its international presence while maintaining a strong focus on the promotion of Parmigiano Reggiano and other high-quality Italian cheeses.
