Igea returns to bogotá this year: starters, probiotics, and bioprotection for the colombian and central-south american dairy market
Igea confirms its presence at the 9th edition of the Feria TecnoLácteos y TecnoCárnicos Andina, the reference event for the dairy sector in Colombia. The event will take place on 25 and 26 May 2026 at the Sheraton Hotel in Bogotá.
This participation is made possible thanks to the strategic and operational support of Igea Colombia, our locally rooted entity, which demonstrates our ongoing commitment alongside Colombian and Central-South American producers.
The dairy market of the Central-South American region is deeply tied to production traditions and an authentic flavor that dairies aim to preserve. At the same time, demand is growing for solutions capable of optimizing fermentation processes, extending shelf life naturally, and adding functional value to products, thereby meeting the clean label and short label requirements of both international retailers and more conscious consumers.
Thanks to Igea Colombia, headquartered in Bogotá, we have been alongside local producers for years. This proximity allows us to understand the daily challenges faced by dairies, offer qualified technical assistance, and develop solutions validated both in our Dairy Pilot Plant and in real-world conditions on the ground.
We bring to Bogotá Igea’s entire international expertise in the dairy sector, offering innovative ranges designed to meet the needs of producers:
Starter Cultures for cheeses, yogurts, and fermented milks
A wide selection of starter cultures, organized into diversified ranges, designed to ensure high-quality production. Usable both for fresh cheese preparations and for medium- and long-ripened productions, yogurts, and fermented milks, they represent the ideal solution to enhance the peculiarities of each production type.
Probiotic Cultures
Carefully selected strains to meet the growing demand for dairy products with functional health benefits. An opportunity for differentiation in a market increasingly focused on wellness. Their use extends beyond the dairy sector, finding applications in the food industry in general and even in pet food
Bioprotection Cultures
Our SHIELD range of bioprotective cultures represents a natural and effective alternative to chemical additives. SHIELD is not a simple product, but a true natural defense system that guarantees preservation without the use of chemical preservatives, fully meeting clean label and short label criteria. Developed to preserve the organoleptic characteristics of cheeses and milk, it has already demonstrated its effectiveness in application tests conducted with the support of Igea Colombia on local productions such as Quesito, ensuring extended shelf life without altering the sensory properties of the cheese. Excellent results have also been achieved on raw milk, where the bioprotective action proved particularly effective.
During the two days of the trade fair, visitors will have the opportunity to attend a presentation of significant technical depth. Enrico Biraschi, Commercial Director of Igea, will deliver a lecture dedicated to bioprotection, illustrating in detail how the natural solutions developed by Igea for the SHIELD range can guarantee highly successful results. A valuable opportunity to understand the application potential of these cultures and their mechanisms of action.
Our presence at the trade fair is part of a structured international development pathway. Igea operates in synergy with Mediterranea Biotecnologie and Scienzanova within the "In Hub for Nutrition" Rete d’Impresa, sharing expertise ranging from research to development, and from production to international commercialization.
All formulations are validated in our Dairy Pilot Plant, where we simulate real production conditions. Only after verifying their concrete effectiveness do we propose guaranteed solutions to our customers.
For Igea, quality and innovation are not a destination, but the compasses guiding our daily work. We monitor every phase of the production chain and collaborate with universities, research centers, and qualified professionals, both public and private, in over 35 countries worldwide.
We look forward to seeing you in Bogotá to visit our booth at the Feria TecnoLácteos Andina at the Sheraton Hotel Bogotá, 25-26 May 2026. You will meet the Igea and Igea Colombia team and our specialized technicians: we will be delighted to discuss your needs and present all our solutions and products. Do not miss Enrico Biraschi’s presentation to discover how bioprotection can become your competitive advantage.
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This participation is made possible thanks to the strategic and operational support of Igea Colombia, our locally rooted entity, which demonstrates our ongoing commitment alongside Colombian and Central-South American producers.
The dairy market of the Central-South American region is deeply tied to production traditions and an authentic flavor that dairies aim to preserve. At the same time, demand is growing for solutions capable of optimizing fermentation processes, extending shelf life naturally, and adding functional value to products, thereby meeting the clean label and short label requirements of both international retailers and more conscious consumers.
Thanks to Igea Colombia, headquartered in Bogotá, we have been alongside local producers for years. This proximity allows us to understand the daily challenges faced by dairies, offer qualified technical assistance, and develop solutions validated both in our Dairy Pilot Plant and in real-world conditions on the ground.
We bring to Bogotá Igea’s entire international expertise in the dairy sector, offering innovative ranges designed to meet the needs of producers:
Starter Cultures for cheeses, yogurts, and fermented milks
A wide selection of starter cultures, organized into diversified ranges, designed to ensure high-quality production. Usable both for fresh cheese preparations and for medium- and long-ripened productions, yogurts, and fermented milks, they represent the ideal solution to enhance the peculiarities of each production type.
Probiotic Cultures
Carefully selected strains to meet the growing demand for dairy products with functional health benefits. An opportunity for differentiation in a market increasingly focused on wellness. Their use extends beyond the dairy sector, finding applications in the food industry in general and even in pet food
Bioprotection Cultures
Our SHIELD range of bioprotective cultures represents a natural and effective alternative to chemical additives. SHIELD is not a simple product, but a true natural defense system that guarantees preservation without the use of chemical preservatives, fully meeting clean label and short label criteria. Developed to preserve the organoleptic characteristics of cheeses and milk, it has already demonstrated its effectiveness in application tests conducted with the support of Igea Colombia on local productions such as Quesito, ensuring extended shelf life without altering the sensory properties of the cheese. Excellent results have also been achieved on raw milk, where the bioprotective action proved particularly effective.
During the two days of the trade fair, visitors will have the opportunity to attend a presentation of significant technical depth. Enrico Biraschi, Commercial Director of Igea, will deliver a lecture dedicated to bioprotection, illustrating in detail how the natural solutions developed by Igea for the SHIELD range can guarantee highly successful results. A valuable opportunity to understand the application potential of these cultures and their mechanisms of action.
Our presence at the trade fair is part of a structured international development pathway. Igea operates in synergy with Mediterranea Biotecnologie and Scienzanova within the "In Hub for Nutrition" Rete d’Impresa, sharing expertise ranging from research to development, and from production to international commercialization.
All formulations are validated in our Dairy Pilot Plant, where we simulate real production conditions. Only after verifying their concrete effectiveness do we propose guaranteed solutions to our customers.
For Igea, quality and innovation are not a destination, but the compasses guiding our daily work. We monitor every phase of the production chain and collaborate with universities, research centers, and qualified professionals, both public and private, in over 35 countries worldwide.
We look forward to seeing you in Bogotá to visit our booth at the Feria TecnoLácteos Andina at the Sheraton Hotel Bogotá, 25-26 May 2026. You will meet the Igea and Igea Colombia team and our specialized technicians: we will be delighted to discuss your needs and present all our solutions and products. Do not miss Enrico Biraschi’s presentation to discover how bioprotection can become your competitive advantage.
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