Artisanal Cheeses – The Birthplace of the Orobic Cheese-making Tradition
Project description
The Artisanal Cheeses of Bergamo and the Orobic Valleys project aims to preserve, promote, and share the rich heritage of traditional cheese-making in Bergamo and its valleys. Through digital storytelling, historical research, and collaboration with local producers, we highlight the deep cultural and economic significance of this craft. By documenting the knowledge of master cheesemakers and creating accessible resources, the project fosters awareness, sustainability, and innovation in the dairy sector.
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The Cheese Valleys – The Birthplace of the Orobic Cheese-making Tradition
Exploring the rich heritage of traditional cheese-making in the Orobic Valleys, the book highlights the stories of knowledge keepers, historical techniques, and the deep connection between people, territory, and artisanal dairy craftsmanship.
Project Partners
Associazione Pastoralismo Alpino
Promotes the preservation and valorization of alpine pastoral traditions, supporting cultural heritage, sustainable farming, and the transmission of traditional knowledge in the Orobic Valleys.
The Cheese Valleys - Le Tre Signorie
Associazione The Cheese Valleys – Le Tre Signorie promotes the preservation and enhancement of traditional cheese-making in the Orobic Valleys, supporting cultural heritage, local producers, and sustainable development through research, education, and territorial projects.
Creative Knowledge Foundation
Creative Knowledge Foundation promotes the preservation and adaptation of traditional knowledge into sustainable, innovative solutions. By supporting Creative People—the living knowledge keepers—it fosters resilience, environmental stewardship, and cultural heritage for a more sustainable future.
Participate as Knowledge Keeper
Join the Artisanal Cheeses of Bergamo and the Orobic Valleys project as a Knowledge Keeper and help preserve the rich tradition of artisanal cheese-making. By sharing your expertise, techniques, and stories, you contribute to safeguarding and promoting this cultural heritage for future generations.
