Since 1869
Molino Nicoli: taste, quality, and safety without compromise. For over 150 years
Today, Molino Nicoli is an Italian company recognized as a leading partner in the development of cereal-based products in the “Better for You” segment.
About Us
A global reference partner for “Better for You” products
In 1869, Giacomo Antonio Nicoli founded a mill in Costa di Mezzate (Bergamo) for grinding corn into polenta flour, launching an entrepreneurial journey that has now reached its fifth generation.
Since then, Molino Nicoli has ensured excellence through continuous innovation and remarkable technological flexibility. This commitment has allowed us to consolidate a solid industrial know-how that represents the strength of “Made in Italy” food production.
The company stands out for a production model based on physically separate facilities, a short and strictly controlled supply chain, and a strong capability to co-develop tailor-made solutions with leading international retailers.
1869
Year of foundation
58M€
Revenue for 2025
160+
Employees
About Us
A global reference partner for “Better for You” products
In 1869, Giacomo Antonio Nicoli founded a mill in Costa di Mezzate (Bergamo) for grinding corn into polenta flour, launching an entrepreneurial journey that has now reached its fifth generation.
Since then, Molino Nicoli has ensured excellence through continuous innovation and remarkable technological flexibility. This commitment has allowed us to consolidate a solid industrial know-how that represents the strength of “Made in Italy” food production.
The company stands out for a production model based on physically separate facilities, a short and strictly controlled supply chain, and a strong capability to co-develop tailor-made solutions with leading international retailers.
1869
Year of foundation
58M€
Revenue for 2025
160+
Employees
History
Over 150 years of tradition and innovation
Molino Nicoli was born from a deep connection with the Bergamo region and has grown through continuous technological evolution. Our key milestones:
1869
THE MILL IS FOUNDED
Giacomo Antonio establishes the company.
1992
BREAKFAST CEREALS
Production of breakfast cereals begins, quickly becoming a success.
2007
COLLABORATION WITH ITALIAN CELIAC ASSOCIATION
Certified gluten-free products (“Crossed Grain” symbol) and launch of dedicated production lines.
2010
GLUTEN-FREE HUB
Opening of the plant dedicated to gluten-free production, authorized by the Italian Ministry of Health.
2014
BABY FOOD & ALLERGEN-FREE
Development of baby food lines. In 2018, a new allergen-free range is introduced.
2024
NEW OPPORTUNITIES
The entry of the Clessidra PE fund strengthens growth and opens new international development opportunities.
2026
BABY FOOD SNACKS
Launch of a new production line for light extruded snacks for the early childhood sector.
1869
THE MILL IS FOUNDED
Giacomo Antonio establishes the company.
1992
BREAKFAST CEREALS
Production of breakfast cereals begins, quickly becoming a success.
2007
COLLABORATION WITH ITALIAN CELIAC ASSOCIATION
Certified gluten-free products (“Crossed Grain” symbol) and launch of dedicated production lines.
2010
GLUTEN-FREE HUB
Opening of the plant dedicated to gluten-free production, authorized by the Italian Ministry of Health.
2014
BABY FOOD & ALLERGEN-FREE
Development of baby food lines. In 2018, a new allergen-free range is introduced.
2024
NEW OPPORTUNITIES
The entry of the Clessidra PE fund strengthens growth and opens new international development opportunities.
2026
BABY FOOD SNACKS
Launch of a new production line for light extruded snacks for the early childhood sector.
Vision & Values
What defines us
The key elements of our success are an unwavering focus on quality – at the core of every business decision – and continuous technological innovation, supported by our ability to meet nutritional needs at every stage of life.
Our Core Values:
Taste and quality without compromise
We have developed the ability to adapt our production to create new products, keeping the promise of uncompromising taste and quality. A level of technological flexibility unmatched in the market.
A global partner for Better for You
We go beyond simply delivering the “best” possible product. We anticipate changes in lifestyles, interpret insights on emerging nutritional needs, and analyze the conditions required to develop new product formulations in complete safety.
Passion
Our history is driven by a passion for the gifts of the land, transforming our love for nature into products of excellence.
Integrity
We work with respect for our people, raw materials, territories, suppliers, consumers’ needs, and our clients.
Excellence
We pursue excellence in quality and taste, reaching food safety standards that exceed strict international requirements.
Responsibility
All our products are processed with the highest guarantees of economic and social sustainability.
Sharing
We share with our clients our heritage of knowledge and expertise built over time.
Passion
Our history is driven by a passion for the gifts of the land, transforming our love for nature into products of excellence.
Integrity
We work with respect for our people, raw materials, territories, suppliers, consumers’ needs, and our clients.
Excellence
We pursue excellence in quality and taste, reaching food safety standards that exceed strict international requirements.
Responsibility
All our products are processed with the highest guarantees of economic and social sustainability.
Sharing
We share with our clients our heritage of knowledge and expertise built over time.
Our Numbers
Molino Nicoli today
1
Headquarter located in Costa di Mezzate (Bergamo), with a branch in the USA.
3
Separate facilities dedicated to conventional, gluten-free, and allergen-free production lines.
160+
People working at Molino Nicoli.
4
Business Units
Cereals, Baby food snacks, Bars and Flours
1
One Headquarters: Located in Costa di Mezzate (Bergamo), with a branch in the USA.
3
Separate facilities dedicated to conventional, gluten-free, and allergen-free production lines.
160+
People working at Molino Nicoli.
4
Business Units
Cereals, Baby food snacks, Bars and Flours
120
New R&D projects per year
+5000
Analyses on raw materials and finished products.
+50
Audits per year: To ensure quality, compliance and food safety.
Over 40
Markets Reached worldwide
120
New R&D projects per year
+5000
Analyses on raw materials and finished products.
+50
Audits per year: To ensure quality, compliance and food safety.
Oltre 40
Markets Reached worldwide
Production Infrastructure
Three separate production facilities
The structure of 3 separate hubs—conventional, gluten-free, and allergen-free—ensures total and constant control over product safety. Complete separation prevents any cross-contamination between raw materials intended for different uses.
Production Infrastructure
Three separate production facilities
The structure of 3 separate hubs—conventional, gluten-free, and allergen-free—ensures total and constant control over product safety. Complete separation prevents any cross-contamination between raw materials intended for different uses.
Sustainability
Industrial responsibility for a better future
Molino Nicoli represents a benchmark for sustainable development, integrating best practices to protect the environment and people. On the social side, we enhance our human capital – key to ensuring quality excellence – by promoting wellbeing and investing in continuous training programs.
From an environmental perspective, we are committed to reducing our impact through energy efficiency solutions and circular economy processes.
Short and controlled supply chain
We collaborate with a selected network of local agricultural partners, ensuring full control from cultivation to processing.
Renewable Energy
Our two photovoltaic plants and a trigeneration system cover 40% of our energy needs.
Sustainable Packaging
We are committed to adopting low-impact packaging, prioritizing recycled and FSC-certified paper.
100
%
Italian corn supply chain
3
Photovoltaic and trigeneration plants
Waste traceability system
Waste and by-products redirected to biomethane production
Vitabella
Our house brand focuses on the Free From and Organic segments, created to concretely demonstrate our innovation capabilities. The range includes oat-based products rich in fiber and protein, developed in synergy with doctors and nutritionists to deliver the highest nutritional excellence.
Careers
Join our team
We believe that a company’s value is built, first and foremost, by its people.
For this reason, we are always interested in meeting individuals who want to contribute their skills, energy, and vision to a solid and continuously evolving organization.
We are looking for professionals and young talents who can work as a team, take responsibility, and bring new ideas.
If you want to build your career in a company that looks to the future with ambition and determination, discover our open positions or send us your spontaneous application.
Contacts · Start your project
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Thanks to dedicated production facilities, cutting-edge technology and a level of flexibility unmatched in the industry, we can create bespoke products tailored to the specific needs of your brand and your consumers.