Face to face with: FUNGHI VALENTINA | SANA Partner

February 2026

Funghi Valentina is an Italian company, located in Minerbio (Bologna), born 40 years ago, specialized in the cultivation and distribution of fresh and processed mushrooms. Founded with the aim of offering genuine, high-quality products, the company combines experience, respect for nature and innovation, placing consumer well-being and supply chain transparency at the core of its mission.

What inspired your participation in SANA Food 2026, and what goals or expectations are guiding you in this new edition?

Our participation in SANA Food 2026 is driven by the desire to engage with an audience increasingly focused on quality, sustainability and product origin. It represents a valuable opportunity to strengthen relationships with industry professionals and to showcase our vision, highlighting how mushrooms can play a key role in healthy and conscious nutrition.

Today’s consumers are increasingly conscious about health and well-being. How has this awareness influenced your production choices or inspired new product concepts?

This growing awareness has reinforced the path Funghi Valentina has followed for years: offering natural, nutritious and versatile products. We focus on essential processing methods that preserve the mushrooms’ properties, while continuously investing in quality control and solutions aligned with balanced and modern dietary needs.

Tradition and innovation often go hand in hand in a company’s growth journey. How do you manage to honor your roots while giving them a contemporary interpretation?

Tradition is the foundation of our work, while innovation represents our constant drive to improve. We invest in advanced cultivation techniques, careful raw material selection and modern product presentation, creating a balance that honors our heritage while meeting the expectations of today’s market.

Transparency, sustainability, and traceability have become essential values in today’s market. How do you bring these principles to life in your distribution practices?

We ensure clear traceability throughout the entire supply chain, from production to distribution. Sustainability means responsible resource management, waste reduction and environmentally conscious practices. Transparency towards consumers is a daily commitment, reflected in product quality and clear communication.