Blog
Insights on Italian Food Sourcing & Export
October 12, 2026
Ex Works, FOB or landed: who actually handles your Italian food import
ALL-FOOD sells Ex Works and FOB Italy. What that means for who books freight, clears customs and is importer of record, and how to tell before you quote.
Read article
October 8, 2026
When to start private label, and when not to
Private label is usually the wrong first order. How to tell whether your market is validated, what sets the minimum, and the setup cost buyers forget.
Read article
September 30, 2026
How to source Grana Padano PDO for the US market
How to source Grana Padano PDO for import: how it differs from Parmigiano Reggiano, the three ageing grades, the lysozyme label question, and what ships.
Read article
September 26, 2026
How to source Parmigiano Reggiano PDO for the US market
How to source Parmigiano Reggiano PDO for import: aging grades, wheel and wedge formats, the marks that prove it is real, and the export documents.
Read article
September 15, 2026
Why your first Italian food order should be a mixed pallet
A flour-only pallet can run 24% logistics incidence. Mix in cheese, cured meats and olive oil to reach 2,000 to 3,000 euros and freight falls to 6 to 10%.
Read article
September 10, 2026
Pecorino Romano PDO: how to source it for wholesale and distribution
Pecorino Romano PDO wholesale sourcing for importers and distributors. Consortium-registered dairies, aging grades, wheel formats and export papers.
Read article
September 1, 2026
Minimum order quantities for Italian food imports: the reorder trap nobody warns you about
Every buyer asks about the first order MOQ. Almost nobody asks about the reorder minimum, and that is what actually kills Italian food programmes.
Read article
September 2, 2026
Which Italian producers can legally ship to your market: the check that comes first
A food safety certificate is not market access. What SFDA, FDA, MAPA and CFIA each actually require, and why the producer is often the blocker, not the buyer.
Read article
August 31, 2026
How to import Italian cheese into the USA: a buyer's guide
What US buyers need to know before importing Italian cheese, the 60-day raw milk rule, why PDO names are not protected, and cold chain reality.
Read article
August 26, 2026
Italian cured meats for US importers: from prosciutto to regional salumi
Why some Italian cured meats can enter the USA and others cannot. Check establishment eligibility, regional disease status and tariffs before committing.
Read article
August 23, 2026
Italian food for the Middle East: what importers need to know about halal, shelf life and demand
What Gulf importers need to know before listing Italian food: which categories need halal certificates, how much shelf life must remain on arrival, and what actually sells.
Read article
April 14, 2026
Sourcing Italian specialty foods for Australian retailers and distributors
Find a reliable Italian food wholesale supplier for Australia. Learn FSANZ compliance, IFIS inspections, and how to source authentic Italian products for your store.
Read article
April 12, 2026
How to import Italian food to Canada: a complete guide for buyers
Learn how to import Italian food to Canada, from CFIA licensing and bilingual labeling to CETA duty savings and sourcing authentic producers.
Read article
April 6, 2026
What is a dedicated Italian export office — and why US importers need one
A dedicated Italian export office is not a broker or an agent. It is a permanent operation on the ground in Italy that manages sourcing, quality control, and export logistics for international buyers.
Read article
March 23, 2026
How to import Italian food to the USA: what every buyer needs to know
Looking for a reliable Italian food sourcing partner for the US market? Learn what buyers need to know before importing authentic Italian products.
Read article
March 27, 2026
Italian olive oil wholesale: what US importers need to know
Sourcing Italian extra-virgin olive oil for the US market? Learn about EVOO grades, DOP certifications, and what US buyers need to know before placing wholesale orders.
Read articleNotice
We and selected third parties use cookies or similar technologies for technical purposes and, with your consent, for other purposes as specified in the cookie policy.
Use the "Accept" button to consent. Use the "Reject" button to continue without accepting.