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The devastating earthquake that struck Emilia, our region, on May 20th and 29th, 2012, caused widespread destruction, and 4 Madonne Caseificio dell’Emilia was no exception. Two of our facilities were severely damaged, countless wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano were crushed and multiple buildings suffered significant structural issues.
However, thanks to the collective effort and incredible support from the local community, we pushed through. We kept processing milk and making Parmigiano Reggiano without any interruptions, proving just how committed and skilled our team is. This challenging time really brought to light the irreplaceable value of cooperation, who has always been at the heart of what we do.
In record time, we set up three shifts to cut and package the earthquake-damaged wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano. We set up a streamlined process to handle the requests of thousands of people lining up outside our gates, eager to support us by buying the affected cheese.
By the end of 2013, we had finished renovating our shop and offices, installed earthquake-resistant shelving in our aging warehouses, and fully restored the other damaged buildings. Today, we operate seven facilities and produce around 140,000 wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano annually.
This experience highlighted our deep bond with the land, which can challenge and sustain us, yet remains our most valuable asset and deserves our respect. This principle shapes our Parmigiano Reggiano and drives our commitment to sustainability and animal welfare.
Today, we take pride in our journey and growth, knowing we couldn’t have done it alone. That’s why solidarity and charity are integral to our daily practices. For instance, in 2023, after the devastating flood in Romagna, we honored the support we received in 2012 by taking concrete action to aid struggling farms in the affected area, demonstrating that solidarity has made our community stronger than ever.