Queensland-based, family-run Borgo Salumi has officially claimed its place as Australia’s most Platinum and Gold awarded smallgoods producer, after receiving 21 awards for 18 products entered at the prestigious 2025 IFFA DVA International Product Competition in Frankfurt, Germany - one of the world’s most revered smallgoods competitions.
Held every three years, the competition is hosted by the German Butchers’ Association and judged at IFFA, one of the world’s largest meat industry trade fairs. The awards recognise the highest standards of craftsmanship and quality in meat products globally.
Borgo Salumi’s accomplishment included 3 coveted Platinum Trophies, 13 Gold Medals, 3 Silver Medals and 2 Bronze Medals. Owner Luigi Borgo and son Anthony Borgo personally went to Frankfurt to accept the awards following the business’s recent Category Champions Trophy win at the Australian Charcuterie Excellence Awards.
Platinum is the highest honour bestowed at the IFFA Awards. When a product receives a Gold Medal and it is deemed truly outstanding by the judges, it is re-assessed for potential Platinum recognition. This level is reserved for only the most exceptional entries - those that go above and beyond in quality, flavour, and craftsmanship.
At the IFFA 2025 Awards, Borgo Salumi achieved this elite status with three of its products being awarded Platinum: Friulano Salame, Salame al Prosciutto and Pistachio, and Free Range Prosciutto Borgo. This rare triple win is a testament to Borgo’s dedication to tradition, quality, and artisanal excellence.
“To be acknowledged as the most highly awarded in Australia and recognised on the world stage is an incredible moment for our family and all the team at Borgo Salumi,” says Luigi Borgo. “Our salumi honours 3 generations, encompassing over half a century of family tradition - uncompromising quality, never cutting corners, and always made to look and taste just like the best you would find in Italy.”
IFFA DFV International Product Competition 2025 Awards
PLATINUM TROPHIES
- Friulano Salame
- Salame al Prosciutto and Pistachio
- Free Range Prosciutto Borgo
GOLD MEDALS
- Friulano Salame
- Salame al Prosciutto and Pistachio
- Free Range Prosciutto Borgo
- Free Range Prosciutto Cotto
- Preservative Free, Free Range Pork Salame
- Pure Pork Salame Aged
- Felino Salame
- Hot Cacciatori
- Mini Hot Cacciatori
- Mini Mild Cacciatori
- Coppa
- Lombo Hot
- Pancetta – Rolled
SILVER MEDALS
- Prosciutto Cotto
- Pure Pork Salame Extra Hot
- Mortadella
BRONZE MEDALS
- Sopressa Finocchiona
- Lombo Mild
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Factory Tours, Tastings & Interviews Available
To celebrate this international success, Borgo Salumi is inviting media for factory tours, product tastings, interviews and photo opportunities at its Holland Park factory.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Luigi Borgo
07 3349 4488
borgo.com.au
Borgo Salumi (factory)
131 Oates Avenue, Holland Park QLD 4121
PHOTOGRAPHS available on request.
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Key Facts:
- Borgo Salumi is officially Australia’s most international Platinum and Gold awarded smallgoods manufacturer
- Proudly family-owned for three generations, Borgo Salumi has been crafting authentic Italian smallgoods since 1966
- Borgo Salumi’s products continue to be recognised for their excellence and authenticity - explore all of their recent award wins at www.borgo.com.au/awards
About us:
Borgo Salumi is Queensland’s oldest Italian-style smallgoods manufacturer, established in 1966 by Ivo and Antonietta Borgo. Now led by Luigi Borgo, with his son Anthony continuing the tradition, the business remains rooted in authentic Italian craftsmanship, combining traditional recipes with modern production techniques.
“Everything we do honours our family history and the classic Italian way of making salumi - quality at all times, never cutting corners,” says Luigi.
Contact details:
Factory Tours, Tastings & Interviews Available
To celebrate this international success, Borgo Salumi is inviting media for factory tours, product tastings, interviews and photo opportunities at its Holland Park factory.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Luigi Borgo
07 3349 4488
borgo.com.au
Borgo Salumi (factory)
131 Oates Avenue, Holland Park QLD 4121
PHOTOGRAPHS available on request.
