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Founded in 1963 by Ferrari & Franceschetti, Istà was born from the traditions of the Venetian countryside.

In the Veronese dialect, “Istà” means summer, the main harvest season. We turn that energy into preserves and plant-based preparations, capturing the essence of summer to offer it all year round, preserving the authentic taste and quality of the raw ingredients. We preserve summer!

La nostra history

1963

The Origins

In 1963, Franceschetti Gemma Lea and Ferrari Eugenio founded Istà.
In a period of crisis for the fresh product market, the family recognized an opportunity: to preserve the very best of what the land has to offer over time, maintaining its flavor and authenticity.

This is how the name Istà was born, meaning “summer” in dialect, a direct reference to the season of abundance, wholesomeness and quality. A name that, from the very beginning, has embodied the company’s mission: to preserve the flavor of summer all year round.

In 1970, after Eugenio’s passing, Gemma took the lead of the company with determination. With strength and vision, she consolidated the company’s identity, firmly linking the Istà brand to the values of goodness, reliability, and quality.

2000

The Second Generation

With the entry of the second generation, — Adriano, Marta, and Valter — Istà entered a new phase of growth.

Production lines were expanded and a new logistics facility was built, boosting organization and operational capacity. The company opened up to non-EU markets and broadened its product range by introducing a tray line, alongside the traditional can and glass packaging for the retail channel.

2015

Innovation and Development

In 2015, the plant was renovated and modernized to meet new market demands.

A dedicated line for pouch-packaged products for the Food Service channel was launched, further expanding the range and strengthening the company’s presence in the professional sector.

2025

The Third Generation

With the entry of the third generation — Giulia, Valentina, Giovanni, and Eugenio — Istà completed its transition towards professional management and solidified its strategy of internationalization and sustainability.

The facilities were further optimized, confirming the company’s constant commitment to innovation, efficiency, and quality.

Today, Istà is continuing to grow while remaining true to its roots: safeguarding the authenticity of the land’s products and bringing the flavor of summer to tables every day of the year.

Producing with method, having a cook’s mindset

Istà is a food industry company specialized in the production of plant-based preserves for major Italian and European operators. We rely on structured and certified processes designed to guarantee steady supply, reliable output, and consistent quality.

Our production method is based on:

stable, traceable, and constantly monitored processes;
cooking techniques that preserve flavor, color, and the integrity of raw ingredients;
high and verifiable quality standards;
operational flexibility to respond quickly to customer needs.

We produce with the reliability of an industrial facility and the care of those who truly understand cooking.

Expertise that turns into a Recipe

Every choice we make is guided by quality, from the selection of raw materials to the recipe formulation. We work with carefully selected ingredients, combining gastronomic expertise with industrial precision.

Each product is developed to ensure:

a consistent and recognizable sensory experience;
visual and chromatic freshness of the raw ingredients;
authentic flavor and balanced texture;
food safety and full traceability.

Our goal is to create reliable, kitchen-ready products that are consistent over time, designed to optimize our customers’ workflow without compromising on quality or safety.

Solutions Built Together

Siamo un partner, non un semplice fornitore. Affianchiamo i nostri clienti offrendo supporto tecnico, capacità di adattamento e soluzioni personalizzate.

Our services include:

private label development and tailored co-packing projects;
rapid development of new recipes and optimization of existing formulations;
processes aligning to meet specific customer standards;
wide packaging flexibility: cans, trays, pouches, and dedicated solutions.

Our approach is practical and results-driven, based on technical expertise, transparency, and operational responsibility.

Our market

Vegetable preserves and preparations inspired by Italian and Mediterranean traditions—authentic, flavorful, and crafted to highlight the best of each ingredient.