Type | Public |
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Industry | Food |
Founded | 1912 |
Founder | Carlone family |
Headquarters | , |
Key people | Giuseppe Ferro, CEO |
Products | Pasta, flour, tomato sauce |
Owner | Fierro Group |
Website | www |
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