Our Story

IDA S.r.l.’s tradition is a remarkable example of evolving entrepreneurial manufacturing, keeping pace with changing markets and consumer needs.

The company's origins date back to the end of World War II, when founder Dr. Pietro Gemma began working with agricultural products, initially focusing on rapeseed oil production. Due to the scarcity of sugar and rising market demand, the company shifted its focus: in 1947, IDA S.r.l. specialized in the production of sugar and sugar syrups through the processing of sugar beets.

During the Berlin Blockade, IDA contributed to the airlift supply effort by producing dehydrated vegetables such as cabbage, onions, and carrots. The company later concentrated on dried beet processing for the production of coffee substitutes. As raw material prices increased, IDA renewed its production strategy, moving toward areas that still define the company’s identity today.

In particular, the company successfully launched a line of vegetable flours, starting with dehydrated spinach powder, primarily used in the production of green pasta.

In 2005, IDA S.r.l. inaugurated its facility in San Giuliano Nuovo (AL), featuring the longest and most advanced leafy vegetable dehydration line ever built in Europe. This cutting-edge plant enables “Made in Italy” production exported to over 40 countries worldwide.