The 2025 edition of Wheat, flour and… opened at the MAUTO Auditorium in Turin, welcoming guests from all over the world to celebrate Ocrim’s 80th anniversary. The first of two days dedicated to innovation, dialogue and exchange brought together technology, education and sustainability, connecting the company’s heritage with its present and future.
The event was opened by Alberto Antolini[1] who spoke with heartfelt honesty about Ocrim’s journey: “Over the years, we’ve helped broaden the idea of Made in Italy worldwide. Back in 2007, after expressing my doubts, I decided to take on what then looked like an adventure — reshaping and realigning the vision of our Cremona-based company. The phrase that guided me was ‘this too shall pass’, a reminder to balance moments of frustration with moments of joy.” Antolini emphasized that being Italian is not a slogan, but a conscious choice: producing in Italy, with care and responsibility, milling machines and plants that embody excellence and craftsmanship. He also highlighted the symbolic value of hosting the event in Turin — a city that has long represented the spirit of Italian industrialization and innovation.
Federico Vecchioni[2] then underlined the strength of the Ocrim–BF alliance: a partnership that goes beyond production to bring knowledge, training and sustainable development to communities in need. He spoke about BF Educational, the private university to be inaugurated this month, open to young people from all over the world, as well as new projects in feed production and the protein supply chain. . “Our mission is not just to create material value,” he said. “We bring food, technology and knowledge where they are needed most — building opportunities and wellbeing.”, Federico Vecchioni stated.
Innovation and Services: Artificial Intelligence and the New Ticketing Service
A highlight of the day was the round table discussion “Ocrim’s Vision for Mills: Rollermills, purifiers and plansifters with AI Applications.” Presented by
Later, Carolina Ghilardi [11] introduced a new service through a lighthearted sketch, setting the stage for Valeria Monfredini [12] , who revealed more details about the initiative. She announced that in 2026 Ocrim will launch its new Ticketing Portal, designed to make after-sales service even faster, more transparent and more efficient.
Gala dinner at Venaria Royal Palace
The day concluded with a spectacular evening in the Galleria Diana of the Venaria Royal Palace, where more than 220 guests gathered at a single 75-meter-long imperial table to celebrate and share a moment of joy and connection. The elegance of the halls, the rich decorations and the baroque architecture created an atmosphere of timeless beauty, turning dinner into an immersive experience of history and art.
A string quartet accompanied each course, creating a perfect harmony of music, ambiance and conviviality. The evening ended with the breathtaking Fontana del Cervo show: water jets rising nine meters high danced to the melodies of great composers — including Beethoven’s Ode to Joy — offering an unforgettable finale to Ocrim’s 80th anniversary celebration.
More than a dinner, the gala was a celebration of Ocrim’s past, present and future — an evening that captured the company’s spirit of excellence in a refined, emotional and deeply symbolic setting.
[1] Ocrim CEO
[2] Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of BF Spa
[3] Ocrim Sales, Marketing and Communication Director
[4] President of the National Association of Milling Industry Technicians (ANTIM) and Production Manager at Molini Valente SpA
[5] Molini d’Italia International
[6] Ocrim Sales Director
[7] Ocrim Technology Manager
[8] Head of Ocrim’s Electrical and Automation Department
[9] Ocrim Production Director
[10] Head of Ocrim’s equipment engineering design department
[11] Ocrim Marketing and Communication Department
[12] Head of Ocrim’s Spare Parts Service
m.l.
