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Protection consortium · MASAF recognised

Consorzio Tutela Provolone Valpadana

Holds the official member register — the source of every producer linked to its denominations on this atlas.

The Consorzio Tutela Provolone Valpadana is the official, MASAF-recognised body dedicated to safeguarding a cherished Italian cheese. Specifically, the consortium protects the authenticity of the Provolone Valpadana DOP food denomination, defending it from imitation globally. The scale of this protection is highly focused: the consortium maintains an official registry of exactly 11 verified producers. By overseeing these 11 specialized cheesemakers, the consortium ensures that every genuine Provolone Valpadana DOP meets the rigorous standards of its origin, offering international food enthusiasts absolute certainty of quality and heritage.

The names it protects

Consorzio Tutela Provolone Valpadana — ItalyTasteMap