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PLMA’s 2026 Private Label Trade Show

Your better-for-you breakfast cereals, cereal bars and baby food snacks manufacturer

New 100% Made-in-Italy better-for-you products for the U.S.: high in protein, a great source of fiber and whole grains, made with organic, non-GMO cereals.

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Dates

November 15–17, 2026

Booth

F1838 · North Hall

Venue

Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont (Chicago), IL

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Molino Nicoli booth at PLMA Chicago 2025: our team presenting cereals and catalogs to a retail buyer — Our booth at PLMA Chicago 2025

1A new range for the U.S. – high in protein and a great source of fiber and whole grains, 100% Made in Italy.
25 products to taste – Protein Hoops, Gluten Free Protein Granola, Cinnamon Squares, Bran Flakes and our Multigrain Stars baby snack.
3Meet our R&D manager – talk technology, recipes and new business opportunities.

Molino Nicoli at PLMA Show

Protein takes center stage in the U.S.

Molino Nicoli, an Italian company internationally recognized as a leading partner in better-for-you cereal-based products, unveils its new range for the U.S. market at PLMA Chicago, November 15–17.

We developed the new products in line with the expectations of the retailers we work with, who are increasingly focused on American consumers’ interest in healthier eating. The new products are high in protein and a great source of fiber and whole grains, with carefully selected flavors designed to appeal to American families.

Our cereals are organic and non-GMO, thanks to a short, closely monitored corn supply chain with growers located near the company and a careful selection of other raw materials. Every product we bring to the United States is 100% Made in Italy.

Visit us at Booth F1838, North Hall.

150+

years of history, since 1869

40+

countries where our products are sold

dedicated plants: conventional, gluten-free, allergen-free, baby food

200+

people in Costa di Mezzate, Bergamo

“Expanding in international markets is a strategic priority for Molino Nicoli, which already exports more than half of its production. The United States plays a central role in this journey, strengthened by our local subsidiary. Our participation in PLMA Chicago is fully aligned with our international growth strategy, providing a valuable opportunity to deepen our relationships with customers, better understand their needs and identify new avenues for growth.”

Piero Mirra, CEO of Molino Nicoli

Market trends

What American shoppers are looking for

Protein

48% of U.S. adults are trying to increase their protein intake, up 7 percentage points from the previous year.

Fiber

A growing focus on fiber-rich diets to promote gut health.

Whole grain

Whole-grain products are increasingly chosen as part of a wholesome, nutritious diet.

Made in Italy

Organic, non-GMO cereals from a short, closely monitored Italian supply chain.

Source: “Eating Patterns in America 2026”, Circana

Showcased at PLMA Chicago

5 products to discover at our booth

PLMA New Product Expo

Protein

Cookies & Crème Protein Hoops

Whole grain oat hoops with pea protein and natural cookies & cream flavor. 8 g protein per serving, low fat.

Non-GMO Project VerifiedKosherVegan

PLMA New Product Expo

Protein

Gluten Free Protein Granola

Crunchy granola, high in protein and gluten free, for a wholesome and nutritious breakfast.

Gluten freeHigh protein

Whole grain

Wholegrain Cinnamon Squares

Crunchy squares made with organic whole grain oat flour and real cinnamon. 20 g whole grain oats per serving.

OrganicNon-GMOKosherVegan

Fiber

Wholegrain Bran Flakes

Whole wheat and wheat bran flakes with chicory fiber. 13 g fiber per serving, no added sugar, low fat.

No added sugarKosherVegan

Bowl of multigrain star snacks with blueberries and beetroot

Baby food

Multigrain Stars, Blueberry & Beetroot

Organic corn, gluten-free oat, sorghum and quinoa stars with blueberry and beetroot. No added sugar, dairy free.

OrganicNo added sugarNon-GMOVegan

Better for you – New Product Offer

All 6 products with ingredients, nutrition facts and certifications (PDF, 4 pages).

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Multigrain Stars with blueberry and beetroot in a white bowl

kcal

0 g

added sugars

0 mg

sodium

1 g

protein

Per serving, about 1/3 cup (7 g). Contains only naturally occurring sugars.

Focus · Baby food snack

Multigrain Stars, Blueberry & Beetroot

An organic baby snack made with corn, gluten-free whole grain oat, sorghum and quinoa, colored only by real beetroot and blueberry.

100% Made in Italy
Produced in our dedicated baby food plant in Bergamo.
Clean label
A short, simple ingredient list you can read at a glance.
Only natural ingredients
Organic multigrain flours with real beetroot and blueberry.
No added sugar or salt
0 g added sugars and 0 mg sodium per serving.
Not fried
Light, crunchy stars made without frying.
Made for self-feeding
Small, easy-to-grab stars that help little ones learn to feed themselves.

OrganicNon-GMOKosherVeganDairy free

Ingredients: corn flour*, gluten-free whole grain oat flour*, sunflower oil*, sorghum flour*, quinoa flour*, beetroot powder* 4%, blueberry powder* 3% (blueberry purée*, rice flour*), mixed tocopherols. *Organic.

Book a meeting at our booth

Our R&D manager will be at the booth to help you explore our existing range, discover our new products, and discuss technology and new business opportunities.

Booth F1838, North Hall

Why visit us at the booth?

Taste before you choose

Sample our new cereals and baby snack, including the two protein launches selected for PLMA’s New Product Expo.

Co-develop with our R&D

Talk recipes, nutrition profiles and technologies directly with our R&D manager.

Safety you can trust

Four dedicated plants – conventional, gluten-free, allergen-free and baby food – ensure safety, quality and traceability at every stage.

Grow your private label

More than 150 years of expertise, products sold in over 40 countries and a local U.S. subsidiary.