Every year, millions of tables around the world are set with a dish that has become both comfort food and culinary art – pasta. Behind its universal appeal is a global system of cultivation, production, and trade where Italy holds a unique leadership role. At the heart of this story is durum wheat, the special grain that gives pasta its unmistakable flavor and texture.
Durum wheat is not just another crop. It is the cornerstone of Italy’s agri-food economy, linking farmers, millers, and pasta makers in a tightly connected chain. Italy is the world’s top processor of durum wheat and the leading exporter of pasta, with an industry worth more than five billion euros. This success is not only about volume but also about quality – a value recognized across continents.
