That began many years ago
Grandfather Giuseppe’s plan, the dream of his son Lino and Lino’s wife Elda, our present: the story of Caseificio Elda is also the story of a family.
1917-60
In 1917, grandfather Giuseppe Zerbato works producing cheese in the mountain region between Verona and Vicenza. In the sixties, his son Lino and Lino’s wife Elda open a small artisan cheese factory.
1990
The Zerbato brothers embark on a new venture, abandoning cheese to concentrate solely on the production of ricotta.
Out of love for their mother, they name the new company after her: this is the start of Caseificio Elda.
2000
Elda starts working with mass distribution, gradually changing from a small dairy business to an industrial company, and eventually becoming one of the three largest Italian producers.
2014
The Elda product range expands with the introduction of spreadable cheese, mascarpone, creams for tiramisù and cheesecake, cannoli kits and many other specialities.
2017
The factory grows to meet increasing market demand.
That believes in sustainable development
Here at Elda, sustainability means imagining and developing production processes that are in harmony with people and nature, and working every day to grow in a respectful, clean and fair way.
Vapore e niente di piùAmiamo e rispettiamo la nostra montagna, qui siamo nati e qui viviamo. Per questo abbiamo fatto in modo che, durante il suo ciclo, il nostro processo di produzione immettesse nell'ambiente soltanto vapore acqueo e acqua pulita.
Lower energy consumption
Using new-generation systems and natural flows of cool mountain air, we considerably reduce energy consumption.
Respecting the natural cycle
The water we use for washing our ricotta is treated by a system which separates out solids to be used for biogas, and returns clean water to the environment.Lower energy consumption
Using new-generation systems and natural flows of cool mountain air, we considerably reduce energy consumption.
For human wellbeing
We guarantee safe, fair and healthy working conditions within the company, because sustainable growth also means taking care of the wellbeing of our colleagues and our community.We hold SMETA (Sedex Member Ethical Trade Audit) 2-pillar certification - a voluntary standard - and OHSAS 45001 - also voluntary - covering health and safety in the workplace.
We reward our employees for the value they help to create with their hard work and dedication.
That can adapt to suit all needs
We can respond rapidly and individually to any request, thanks to our high production capacity, meticulous organisation and investment in Research & Development.
That’s based on innovation
From the outset, we’ve aimed to innovate and optimise technology, processes and management. This has allowed us to grow and offer increasingly high quality products and solutions.
Industry 4.0
From production to logistics, administration to management, everything is integrated in real time.
We use the best and most secure technologies to ensure continuity in our processes.
Investment in production processes
Directing energy and resources to the implementation of our production processes has been part of our approach since the very beginning.
Safety
In our sector, safety is not only an obligation, it’s also a responsibility. We have always ensured the highest safety standards through rigorous production protocols.
Certification
BRC, IFS, V-Label Vegetarian, ORGANIC, ISO 45001, SMETA 2-pillar, Legality Rating
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Staff for research
In our laboratory at the heart of Elda, 10% of staff are employed in quality control and product development.
30
Years of research and development
An ongoing commitment to offer healthy, balanced foods in a safe and efficient manner.
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Product families
Our collaboration with the world of science is a source of inspiration and pride, leading to new ideas and innovative applications.
That cares about quality
The best ingredients for the best products. This is why all our raw materials come from partners we know and trust, with whom we have longstanding relations.
In 2011 we invested upstream to ensure control over the whey production chain. A further guarantee of quality and safety for our customers and consumers.
That looks to the
future
We want to continue growing, but with our long-established respect for our surroundings: people, resources and land.
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