Unigrà and food safety – Sponsor of the 5th International Congress on Mineral Oil Contaminants in Foods in Berlin
For two days (30 September – 1 October 2025) Berlin became the focal point of the global debate on food safety. Unigrà took part as a sponsor in the 5th International Congress on Mineral Oil Contaminants in Foods. On this occasion, experts from around the world — representing industry, scientific research and public institutions — discussed the latest developments, the most innovative technologies and sustainable strategies for managing mineral oil components in food, particularly mineral oil saturated hydrocarbons (MOSH) and mineral oil aromatic hydrocarbons (MOAH), which pose a significant contamination risk.
The congress provided valuable insights for professionals involved in food safety and product development. Unigrà had the opportunity to engage with leading experts, always at the forefront of critical food safety issues and analytical methodologies. “It was an excellent opportunity to build relationships with third-party laboratories, suppliers and customers, exchange advice and address various challenges, such as those related to sample analysis” says Enrico, Lab Technologist – Contaminants Specialist at Unigrà.
At the end of the congress, Unigrà expressed strong satisfaction with the outcomes, emphasizing the importance of synergy between industry and the scientific community. As Francesca, R&D Contaminants Specialist at Unigrà, explains:“Over the years, significant progress has been made in analytical methods, enabling companies to better monitor and mitigate food contaminants. We are now awaiting alignment at the regulatory level, with the publication in the coming years of legislation that will protect companies and reflect the work and results achieved.” For Unigrà, food safety is the foundation on which the future is built: behind every product lie rigorous controls, continuous innovation and a constant commitment to excellence.
Sustainability takes the floor at OpenDISTAL – Unigrà joins researchers from the University of Bologna
Unigrà brought its know-how in the environmental sustainability field to the seventh edition of OpenDISTAL, the event held on 24 September that connected researchers and students from the Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences and Technologies of the University of Bologna with companies from the agricultural, food and environmental sectors.
Emissions management and deforestation were the key topics of Unigrà’s contribution. “We firmly believe that what is not measured cannot be improved,” Unigrà stated during its presentation. “This is why we decided to measure greenhouse gas emissions at our Conselice plant, in order to quantify the environmental impact of our activities in line with the criteria defined by the GHG Protocol.”
The issue of deforestation was also addressed: “Aware of the impact that forest conversion has on the environment and biodiversity, we are implementing a raw materials management system that enables us to guarantee deforestation-free products.”
The event also included a job placement session, during which the Human Resources team engaged directly with students, confirming that responsible innovation arises from the interaction between businesses, universities and new generations.“We are pleased to have welcomed over 550 participants — including students, internal staff, companies and schools — to this new edition of the annual event in which the Department opens up to society and the local community,” the Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences and Technologies of the University of Bologna shared on its social channels, inviting participants to the next edition.
Unigrà supports TEDx Imola – Inspiring ideas for a better future
Unigrà believes in the power of ideas and the importance of sharing them. For this reason, the company supported TEDx Imola as a sponsor of the event held on 16 November in the town of Imola. The format is a spin-off of the well-known TED events, designed to spread ideas that can foster a better future for communities and encourage dialogue at a local level. The 2025 edition, themed “Alla deriva?”, featured nine speakers who presented innovative ideas and fresh perspectives to face the major challenges of the future. Topics ranged from ethics and nature to sustainability and environmental responsibility — a relevant subject that has always guided Unigrà’s approach to business.