For over sixty years, the Casillo Group has been one of the leading names in the Italian and international agri-food sector. Founded in 1958 in Corato, Apulia, thanks to the entrepreneurial vision of the Casillo family, the Group has transformed a small milling plant into a global leader in the processing and distribution of durum wheat, and it has since become a major player in the soft wheat market as well.
The company’s history is deeply rooted in the Apulian region and the culture of wheat, a symbol of Mediterranean culinary tradition. From the very beginning, the Group’s growth has been guided by two key values: innovation and a love for the land. This vision has helped the Casillo Group grow continuously, expanding its operations, facilities, and expertise while staying true to its roots.
A supply chain integrating industry and logistics
Today, the Group operates across the entire agri-food supply chain, representing the very best of Italian manufacturing with a widespread presence throughout the country and a highly integrated industrial structure. The heart of the business remains the milling sector, with several facilities across Italy; however, its activities also include the trading and storage of cereals, logistics, and the production and marketing of Molino Casillo-branded products.
Over the years, the Group has also developed projects in the property and renewable energy sectors, demonstrating a strong capacity for strategic diversification. The headquarters are located in Corato, in the province of Bari, the nerve centre of a production network comprising plants, warehouses, and port terminals spread across various Italian regions. This complex structure enables the company to uphold high-quality standards, promote the tradition of Italian agri-food production, and ensure efficient control of the entire supply chain.
Innovation and research for the food of the future
Innovation is one of the Casillo Group’s strategic pillars. The company continuously invests in advanced production technologies, digitalisation and nutrition research, with the aim of developing products that are increasingly sustainable, traceable, and tailored to the evolving needs of consumers.
Among the most significant projects of recent years, Casillo Next Gen Food stands out as a company dedicated to developing innovative and sustainable ingredients, alongside Altograno®, a range that enhances the nutritional profile of wheat through an approach focused on well-being and food quality. Innovation, technology, and an understanding of raw materials thus become practical tools for shaping the future of food.
Sustainability as a corporate vision
Sustainability is a central pillar of the Casillo Group’s strategy. For many years, the Group has been investing in initiatives to reduce its environmental impact through the use of renewable energy, improved production efficiency, and increasingly responsible resource management.
Since 2008, the company has been undertaking major projects in the energy sector, developing photovoltaic plants and biomass systems to increase clean energy production and promote the decarbonisation of industrial activities. At the same time, the Group is working to make the ‘Made in Italy’ supply chain increasingly transparent and sustainable by integrating ESG criteria into its growth strategies.
This commitment extends not only to the environment but also to the company’s social responsibility: the Casillo Group promotes initiatives relating to training, safety, the local community, and people’s well-being, in the belief that innovation and responsibility must go hand in hand.
A model of Italian excellence
Tradition, innovation, sustainability, and an international outlook: these are the elements that have enabled the Casillo Group to become one of the most recognised Italian leaders in the agri-food sector. A company that continues to grow whilst maintaining strong ties with the local area and with Italy’s wheat-growing heritage, transforming a product that symbolises our ‘Made in Italy’ tradition into a driving force for development and innovation for the future.
Congratulations to those who promote Italy’s finest food and drink products around the world.
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