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Suino Nero Black Pig Ham From Calabria to the World

Pata Negra Ham Italy has long been celebrated for its diverse culinary traditions, and one of the most prestigious and unique among them is the production of cured meats from the Suino Nero, or Italian Black Pig. This exceptional lineage of pigs, rooted deeply in the hills of Calabria, has been carefully preserved and elevated by Filiera Madeo. It’s a company that blends ancient traditions with modern sustainability practices. A Culinary Heritage Revived Filiera Madeo, a family-owned firm founded in 1984, has begun an incredible adventure to revive the Suino Nero di Calabria tradition. Known for its distinctive all-black pigment, the Suino Nero was on the brink of extinction until Madeo initiated a recovery program in the early 1990s. Today, the company proudly leads the Filiera Nazionale dei Neri d’Italia, uniting five native breeds under one sustainable and quality-focused brand. Thanks to its efforts, Madeo has become the most important native breed supply chain in Italy. Artisanal ...