The Carmagnola Spring Fair: A Bridge Between Tradition and the Future
Carmagnola is preparing to host the 561st edition of the Spring Fair, a historic three-day event taking place from March 7 to 9, 2025, celebrating agriculture, livestock, and local excellence. Organized by the Municipality of Carmagnola with the support of the Metropolitan City of Turin, the fair remains a key event for industry professionals and enthusiasts of traditional products. The Contribution of the Chierese-Carmagnolese Food District The fair will officially open on Friday, March 7, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, with a special event titled “The Chierese-Carmagnolese Food District Presents the 561st Spring Fair.” This free-entry event will take place at the Fair Hall on Viale Garibaldi 27-29, offering a deep dive into the heart of local gastronomic traditions. The event will be hosted by Simona Riccio, a digital strategist specializing in the agri-food sector, who will lead a discussion with cheesemakers, farmers, and butchers from the region. The focus will be on traditional food processing techniques, covering products such as apples, peppers, pasta, wine, and beer, with a special emphasis on dairy and meat production. Adding a practical and educational element to the event, students from the Agricultural Section of the Baldessano-Roccati Institute in Carmagnola, the Norberto Bobbio Hospitality Institute in Carignano, and Agenform – a training center specializing in dairy and meat processing in Moretta will participate. Their contributions will enrich the discussion, which will conclude with a free tasting of local products. A Spring Fair Focused on Agricultural Innovation The Spring Fair will continue with a packed schedule of events over the weekend of March 8 and 9. Piazza Italia will host the 44th Provincial Livestock Show of the Piedmontese and Italian Holstein Cattle Breeds, organized by ARA Piemonte in collaboration with breeders’ associations. Visitors will have the chance to discover the finest cattle of the region, with technical evaluations and awards scheduled for Sunday, March 9. The streets surrounding the Foro Boario will be transformed into a large exhibition space featuring agricultural machinery and equipment, while the Farmers’ and Food Artisans’ Market will offer tastings and direct sales of local products. In the castle gardens, the Domenico Ferrero Horticultural Mutual Aid Society will curate a craft market exhibition, while “The Farm in the City” will provide children with the opportunity to interact with farm animals. Finally, the fair market will host over 200 street vendors, alongside “Mercantico,” featuring antique exhibitions, collectibles, and hobbyist items.For more information, visit the official website of the Municipality of Carmagnola: www.comune.carmagnola.to.it.
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