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Ficacci Expands Portfolio With New Mini Paper Tray Trio

Ficacci Expands Portfolio With New Mini Paper Tray Trio

Building on the success of another popular offering, the provider combines three exquisite varieties into one unique SKU

by Chandler James
CASTEL MADAMA, ROME, ITALYThursday, November 21st, 2024

Now is the perfect time to indulge in the Ficacci Mini Paper Tray Trio! Ficacci, a renowned leader in table olive production for over 60 years, based in Castel Madama near Rome, has once again set a new standard with the launch of a new 7.5 oz eco-friendly tray. This groundbreaking product is ideal for those who value premium quality and sustainability in their aperitivo time.
The Ficacci Mini Paper Tray Trio combines three exquisite olive varieties, delivering a diverse and refined tasting experience in a stylish, compact, and eco-friendly design. Made using FSC® or PEFC™-certified paper, the tray is 100 percent recyclable and designed for direct serving, ensuring the olives maintain their authentic flavor and quality for an exceptional Italian aperitivo experience.

Ficacci Celebrates 60th Anniversary at IDDBA

Ficacci Celebrates 60th Anniversary at IDDBA

Marking its 60th anniversary, the specialty provider takes the celebration to these popular industry events…

by Anne Allen
CASTEL MADAMA, ROMA, ITALY
Friday, June 7th, 2024

June is gearing up to be an exciting month for Ficacci, as the supplier celebrating its 60th anniversary with attendance at multiple famed industry events. Up next on the brand’s calendar is this week’s International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) show in Houston, Texas.
“The IDDBA organizes one of the most significant industry trade shows annually, bringing manufacturers, retailers, and other professionals together to discover new products, network, and discuss market trends,” the company wrote in a recent press release.

Ficacci Olive Company Celebrates 60th Anniversary; Romeo Ficacci Shares

Ficacci Olive Company Celebrates 60th Anniversary; Romeo Ficacci Shares

As the olive supplier celebrates a key milestone, it surpasses 36M and increases exports

by Anne Allen
ROME, ITALYTuesday, April 9th, 2024

With Italy among the top countries producing olives, and olive production in general continuing to increase, Ficacci Olive Company is well positioned for future growth. Renowned for its expertise in the production of table olives, Ficacci celebrates its 60th anniversary this year with steady growth; its turnover hit 34 million euros ($36.92 million USD) in 2023, marking a 15 percent increase over 2022.

“Through innovation, quality, and sustainability, we’ve redefined consumption norms within our market,” said Chief Executive Officer and President Romeo Ficacci. “Our commitment to premium, additive-free products presented in FSC-certified paper trays that reduce plastic use by 85 percent resonates with markets focused on quality, sourcing integrity, and environmental responsibility."

Deli Market News Spotlights February Top Picks

Deli Market News Spotlights February Top Picks

Differentiation, innovation, and flavor qualify these product showstoppers—find out which five made the cut

Differentiation, innovation, and flavor qualify these product showstoppers—find out which five made the cutby Jordan Okumura-WrightSACRAMENTO, CAWednesday, February 28th, 2024

Our editorial team is a microcosm of the consumer, leveled up by the tools of the trade, and polished by our love of specialty foods and the desire to bring together suppliers and manufacturers with buy-side operators. Each month, we bring you some of the personal top picks each team member has chosen, and today we bring you February’s—and my very own.
Check out what made my trade news writer heart thrum as we make our way through the first quarter of 2024.

Ficacci Olive Company Giuseppe Ficacci Talks Consumer Demands and Recent Portfolio Expansion

Ficacci Olive Company Giuseppe Ficacci Talks Consumer Demands and Recent Portfolio Expansion

Sharing a closer look at two exclusive lineups, the specialty company caters to multiple key consumer demands…

by Peggy PackerCASTEL MADAMA, ROME, ITALYThursday, February 29th, 2024

We here at Deli Market News love seeing the specialty sector grow with each inventive product brought to market. As we recently reported, Ficacci Olive Company has expanded its authentic Italian specialty portfolio with the extension of its cutting-edge PaperTray® lineup, in addition to its unique Gourmet Appetizers® line.

Ficacci Olive Company`s David Dottorini Details Newest Sustainable Products

Ficacci Olive Company`s David Dottorini Details Newest Sustainable Products

David Dottorini shares exclusive details in regard to the specialty provider’s latest sustainability-driven offerings…

by Chandler James
CASTEL MADAMA, ROME, ITALYThursday, February 22nd, 2024

Ficacci Olive Company is back with even more exclusive insights into its expanding specialty portfolio. With multiple new sustainability and quality-driven products now on the market, the company’s Export Manager David Dottorini recently shared some details with Deli Market News.

“We are preparing our new assortment,” David begins, diving into the innovative portfolio. “We have got the sustainable line of paper pouches out in Costco. We have got three pitted olives, including Castelvetrano and Kalamata. We also have our normal assortment of paper trays that we have added the blue cheese stuffed olives to.”

Ficacci Olive Company David Dottorini

Ficacci Olive Company David Dottorini

Ficacci Olive Company`s David Dottorini Discusses Innovative Paper Tray® Lineup and More Ahead of WFFS

The specialty provider gears up to showcase several innovative portfolio developments at the 2024 WFFS

by Peggy Packer
CASTEL MADAMA, ROME, ITALY
Tuesday, January 16th, 2024

Back in December, we brought you the word of an alluring new launch from Ficacci Olive Company as the brand expanded its cutting-edge Paper Tray® lineup. Now, the industry will be getting a closer look at this innovative offering at this year’s Winter Fancy Food Show (WFFS) in Las Vegas.

“The WFFS is traditionally the first show of the year in the United States, with a particular business drive for introducing new items in the retail circuit and creating new business opportunities. Our goal at Ficacci is to elevate the quality of olives, prioritizing gourmet taste and eco-friendly packaging,” shared David Dottorini, Export Manager. “Las Vegas is the perfect location to showcase the newest additions to the innovative eco-friendly lineup: the paperboard Mediterranean Olive Platter, a 1.65 lb multi-tray perfect for gatherings or an Italian-style aperitivo.”

Ficacci Olive Company Launches Mediterranean Olive Tray in PaperTray Packaging

Ficacci Olive Company Launches Mediterranean Olive Tray in PaperTray Packaging

The provider introduces its latest offering in this cutting-edge packaging, meeting consumer demand in multiple sectors.

by Peggy Packer
CASTEL MADAMA, ROME, ITALY
Monday, December 18th, 2023

It was almost two years ago now that Ficacci Olive Company launched its PaperTray® offering. Free of preservatives, the fresh-forward, sustainable innovation has rocked the specialty olive space with 100 percent recyclablity. Now, the company is expanding the lineup with the debut of its Mediterranean Olive Platter.The newest offering, weighing 1.65 pounds, is perfect for gatherings or an Italian-style aperitivo. It features a tray with three types of pitted olives: Castelvetrano, Kalamata, and an Italian Olive Mix with Sweet Peppers, with no preservatives and no liquids. The paperboard is made from 89 percent paper, highlighting its eco-friendly features.

Oliviero Colmignoli Umberto Marconi and David Dottorini Detail Specialty Merchandising Strategies

Oliviero Colmignoli Umberto Marconi and David Dottorini Detail Specialty Merchandising Strategies

Olli Salumeria, BelGioioso Cheese, and Ficacci Olive Company leaders share insights on top trends helping to move products.

by Lilian Diep
UNITED STATES
Monday, July 3rd, 2023

To bring the charcuterie board home, we now turn to the ever-favorite olive bar. David Dottorini, Export Manager for Ficacci Olive Company, is already waiting for us there, for it’s one pit stop we can’t pass by.“Consumers are always looking for something delicious, but concerns for environmentally friendly packaging have been on the rise. At Ficacci, we take great care in our products, and that includes the packaging we use,” David shares. “Our innovative PaperTray® is eco-friendly, making it the perfect grab-and-go product for all charcuterie or party-planning needs. The packs are designated as widely recyclable, which falls in line with our long-term sustainability vision. With the How2Recycle® label clearly marked, your conscientious shoppers will eagerly stock up.”Satisfying both flavor requirements and environmental needs, now that’s commitment to quality and value.

Ficacci Olive Company Expands on Popular PaperTray Launch in Time for IDDBA and SFFS 2023; Giuseppe Ficacci Details

Ficacci Olive Company Expands on Popular PaperTray Launch in Time for IDDBA and SFFS 2023; Giuseppe Ficacci Details

Owner Giuseppe Ficacci uncovers fresh ways retailers can take advantage as these industry events approach.

by Melissa De Leon Chavez
CASTEL MADAMA, ROME, ITALY
Thursday, June 1st, 2023

We are approaching a milestone anniversary for Ficacci Olive Company’s eco-friendly and recyclable PaperTray, an offering that keeps olives fresh as plastic container predecessors without brine.“The patented packaging technology preserves the product just like traditional trays, however using 85 percent less plastic,” Giuseppe Ficacci, Owner, said.The Specialty Food Association’s 2023 Summer Fancy Food Show (SFFS) next month marks the first anniversary since the product’s introduction—the perfect time for Ficacci to revisit the pack and introduce expanded capabilities.

Ficacci Olive Company`s Giuseppe Ficacci Details SIAL Paris Innovation Program and How2Recycle Label

Ficacci Olive Company`s Giuseppe Ficacci Details SIAL Paris Innovation Program and How2Recycle Label

Gaining international recognition for this innovation, the maker joins a pivotal program while earning an impressive label.

by Chandler James
ITALY
Thursday, September 8th, 2022

Sustainability and innovation go hand in hand—a concept that is proven by SIAL Innovation. After a successful run at the event’s Cibus Food Innovation corner, Ficacci Olive Company’s PaperTray® was selected to take part in the SIAL Paris Innovation program. The company also has some exciting news in the States, as its PaperTray has been designated widely recyclable if clean and dry, only if the plastic film is properly removed, by the How2Reycle Labeling Program.

Deli Market News Reveals Top Five Picks for July

Deli Market News Reveals Top Five Picks for July

Find out how Vermont Creamery, Schaller & Weber, and more impressed us with some of their newest products.

by Chandler James
SACRAMENTO, CA
Tuesday, July 26th, 2022

Here at Deli Market News, we are always seeing new products come across our desks that are sure to wow shoppers and retailers alike. While we have immense admiration for all, there are a handful of products that stood out this month that we’d like to give some extra love to.
Ficacci Olive Company’s PaperTray The PaperTray continues to impress our team here at Deli Market News. Most recently, we heard how Ficacci is taking advantage of unchallenged visibility to incorporate this offering into the United States market. Peelable, resealable, and liquidless, you do not want to miss out on the PaperTray.

David Dottorini Discusses Ficacci`s PaperTray Innovation

David Dottorini Discusses Ficacci`s PaperTray Innovation

Shaking up the U.S. market, David Dottorini spotlighted the specialty ace`s latest innovation in the olive set.

by Deli Staff
CASTEL MADAMA, ROME, ITALY
Tuesday, July 12th, 2022

Olives make for a great addition to any dish or board. The added texture and flavor give another level when used as an ingredient or makes for a great snack. So when shoppers are looking for a more environmentally friendly option, Ficacci Olive Company has you covered. The company recently spotlighted its latest innovation: PaperTray packaging.“The olives are great, and they have no brine inside, so you taste them without flavorings or coloring,” David Dottorini, the Export Manager for the olive purveyor, explains to us. “It’s a great innovation. It’s the first time we’re proposing olives in the U.S. in a paper tray.”

Ficacci Olive Company`s Giuseppe Ficacci Details Recent Showcase

Ficacci Olive Company`s Giuseppe Ficacci Details Recent Showcase

The provider further solidifies its presence in the U.S. by spotlighting these two innovative products on a national scale…

by Chandler James
NEW YORK, NY,
Tuesday, July 5th, 2022

I finally had the chance to meet Giuseppe Ficacci in person at this year’s Summer Fancy Food Show (SFFS). The Co-Owner of Ficacci Olive Company greeted our team with a warm smile and, of course, a display full of fresh olives. As the excitement of the show winds down, I had the chance to recap the event with Giuseppe himself.Giuseppe Ficacci, Co-Owner, Ficacci Olive CompanyGiuseppe Ficacci, Co-Owner, Ficacci Olive Company“The New York show was the perfect stage to showcase our PaperTray offering—made as a fancy plate of olives for fancy tables, a complement to a charcuterie board, or as a quick appetizer with sparkling wine. Easy recyclability features allow the top plastic to be removed while the paper bottom is recyclable,” Giuseppe told me.

Ficacci Olive Company`s Giuseppe Ficacci Details IDDBA 2022 Showcase

Ficacci Olive Company`s Giuseppe Ficacci Details IDDBA 2022 Showcase

These two innovative offerings capture the attention of buyers as the supplier ramps up for its IDDBA showcase.

by Chandler James
ITALY
Thursday, June 2nd, 2022

I know of several members of our DMN team who will be the first to visit the olive section at the upcoming International Dairy Deli Bakery (IDDBA) show. One supplier we will gladly find there is Ficacci Olive Company, which says that Atlanta, Georgia, is the perfect place to show off its PaperTray® and 1964 offerings.“PaperTray is a fancy plate of olives for fancy tables—completing a charcuterie board with tasty fresh olives, or as a quick appetizer with sparkling wine. Easy recyclability features allow the top plastic to be removed while the paper bottom is recyclable,” said Giuseppe Ficacci, Co-Owner. “The 1964 line is a perfect addition to on-the-go retail sets, vending, and foodservice offers. The personal-sized plastic pack offers 2.2 oz of olives in a single layer, without water or oil, making for a simple and delicious eating occasion. Both lines have an easily peelable-resealable top film and are both liquidless.”

Ficacci Olive Company Releases New PaperTray and 1964 Offerings; Giuseppe Ficacci Discusses

Ficacci Olive Company Releases New PaperTray and 1964 Offerings; Giuseppe Ficacci Discusses

Capitalizing on several recent trends, the supplier prepares to roll out all-new items at this upcoming industry event.

by Chandler James
ITALY
Friday, January 21st, 2022

Whether consumers are bringing them to the table or on-the-go, high-quality olives should be enjoyable for all. Ficacci Olive Company aims to make this concept a reality, bringing two new innovative offerings to the specialty market, set to launch at the upcoming Winter Fancy Food Show (WFFS). Giuseppe Ficacci, Co-Owner, shared the details with me.“Our new PaperTray® offering is the latest item in our family of sustainable packaging. This packaging format is ideal for the United States as the top plastic film can be removed and the paper bottom can be recycled,” he began telling me. “Our other innovation is the 1964 line of on-the-go-sized offerings, which have been in demand in the U.S. as well.”

Ficacci Olive Company Launches New Ficacci PaperCup® Packaging

Ficacci Olive Company Launches New Ficacci PaperCup® Packaging

The brand sharpens its edge in the specialty department as it unveils a new packaging innovation set to drive foot traffic.

by Chandler James
ITALY
Friday, January 22nd, 2021

A new innovation is in town, and it’s here to make sustainability more desirable than ever. Soon to hit retail from Ficacci Olive Company, the new Ficacci PaperCup® offering is revolutionizing the olive category as the company emphasizes its commitment to the planet.“We are launching the line with our two best sellers: Black Kalamata and Green Castelvetrano,” says Giuseppe Ficacci, Co-Owner. “Both offerings are pitted, without any garnishment, and brineless with just a drop of oil for a nice shine. In the future, we expect that this line will be the most demanded, meaning that we’ll expand the line step by step, season by season, from two to all twenty olive varieties that we currently manufacture.”

Ficacci Olive Company Details Diverse Product Line and Retail Growth

Ficacci Olive Company Details Diverse Product Line and Retail Growth

The brand sees explosive retail growth Stateside as its expansive portfolio takes specialty sales by storm.

by Chandler James
ITALY
Thursday, December 3rd, 2020

I’m always impressed by a specialty brand’s ability to become a category frontrunner, not to mention tackling markets across the globe. Ficacci Olive Co is one of those rare breeds, having transformed the Italian family business started in 1964 into a specialty stalwart in the United States today. From just a quick glance into the company’s operations, I can already tell that Ficacci will only continue to grow.

Giuseppe Ficacci with Ficacci Olive Company Discusses New Releases and Media Initiatives

Giuseppe Ficacci with Ficacci Olive Company Discusses New Releases and Media Initiatives

The company`s debuting products cater to consumers` needs and wow on the shelf. Let`s find out what`s ahead.

by Anne Allen
ITALY
Monday, August 27th, 2018

I love olives—and when I say “love,” I mean I-cannot-live-without-you L.O.V.E. love. Heck, a small part of my genetic makeup might be made up of actual olives. What can I say? I’m Greek! To make sure the needs of all consumers—Mediterranean or not—are met and that they don’t fall into the pits, Ficacci Olive Company has released its 4.4 oz Doypacks, called Take-Eat. The new grab-and-go options, two shelf-stable and four fresh-chilled, come with convenient and re-sealable packaging.