Good Food, Great People, and a Story Worth Sharing
At La Bio Idea, cooking is about more than just flavour. Of course, we’re passionate about our sun-ripened tomatoes, golden pastas, and naturally tasty beans – but we also believe in doing things the right way. For us, good food starts with great ingredients, long-term partnerships and care throughout the supply chain.
That’s why we’re proud to be part of DO IT Organic, a certified B Corp. This means we pay close attention to the people and partnerships throughout our supply chain, from the farmers in the fields to the team packing your pasta. Fair working conditions, organic farming practices and honest partnerships are all part of our recipe.
What is a B Corp?
B stands for Benefit for All – and that’s the heart of it.B Corps are businesses that are assessed against social, environmental and governance standards. From field to fork, the entire chain is assessed and held accountable. Certification isn’t forever – you’re re-evaluated every three years, so staying committed matters.
Each March, B Corp Month celebrates companies that use business to create value for people, communities and the environment. This year, we’re raising a glass (or a fork!) to every member of the B Corp family.
How Do You Become a B Corp?
There are three key ingredients:
1. Impact Assessment
You need a minimum score of 80 points on a detailed review of your company’s impact; on people, planet, and everything in between.
2. Legal Commitment
You legally commit to putting people and the planet on equal footing with profit.
3. Transparency
Your scores are shared publicly and verified every three years.
Our Score? 90.
As part of DO IT Organic, La Bio Idea is proud to be certified with a score of 90, well above the required 80 points. Here’s where we shine:
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Governance (17 points): We strive for transparent governance and responsible business practices.
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Workers (27.2 points): Employee well-being and development are important focus areas within our organisation.
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Community (14.1 points): We work with partners and initiatives that align with our values.
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Environment (28.7 points): Organic farming and environmental stewardship form important parts of our approach.
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Customers (2.8 points): You can count on quality and clear communication.
Want the full breakdown? Read the full B Corp impact report here.
Grown with Care, the Sicilian Way
La Bio Idea’s roots stretch deep into the warm soil of Sicily, where family businesses like the Contornos and Barbagallos grow our wheat, tomatoes, and aubergines using time-honoured organic methods. These farmers don’t just grow ingredients—they pass down knowledge, skills and traditions from generation to generation.
We work closely with our partners on organic farming practices, like rotating chickpeas and durum wheat as part of their crop rotation system. These traditions have shaped Sicilian agriculture and cuisine for generations.
Curious to meet the families behind your favourite pasta and passata?
Visit our family pages to discover the people behind the plate.
A Tavola—And Join the Movement!
We’re proud to be part of #GenB: a community of businesses committed to continuous improvement.
Together, we can keep celebrating great food, strong partnerships and Italian traditions.