We are proud to announce we have completed the acquisition of PhenoFarm Srl, an Italian company specializing in natural solutions for food applications. Based near Rome, PhenoFarm develops, produces, and markets natural and solvent-free solutions derived from olive by-products.
Founded and operated by a team of experts passionate about natural, sustainable innovation, PhenoFarm serves food manufacturers across bakery, meat, pet food, and nutrition sectors. Its proprietary solvent-free extraction process exemplifies a true zero-waste approach, reusing olive by-products, minimizing water consumption, and leveraging green energy — aligning closely with Solina’s sustainability commitments.
“This acquisition is a strategic step in Solina’s journey to strengthen our presence in Southern Europe while expanding our portfolio of natural solutions,” said Anthony Francheterre, CEO of Solina. “PhenoFarm’s expertise in olive-based solutions will help us enrich our clean-label offerings and create new opportunities across multiple applications — from meat to vegetables and ready meals, and from bakery to pet food. By combining PhenoFarm’s innovation with Solina’s deep research expertise in clean-label and natural solutions, we will continue to translate market needs for clean-label and natural solutions into relevant, value-adding solutions for our customers worldwide.”
Stefano Germani, Managing Director of PhenoFarm, commented: “Joining Solina is a tremendous opportunity for PhenoFarm. We share a common vision for natural and responsible innovation while providing value-added solutions to our customers. With Solina’s global R&D network and industrial scale, we will accelerate our mission to make food more natural and sustainable, while continuing to serve our customers with the same passion and agility.”
Following completion, the PhenoFarm team will remain with the company and work closely with Solina to drive continued growth and innovation in natural solutions.
This transaction further reinforces our commitment to sustainability and innovation-driven growth, while strengthening our position in Southern Europe and expanding our portfolio with natural solutions into new markets such as bakery, pet food, or nutraceuticals.
From nature, for our customers.
For more information, please contact: press@solina.com
