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Let's help our farms: 5 things to know about the M6 show.

s native department of Tarn. But above all, he took over the family farm 10 years ago and managed to save his family's business by switching to organic farming and diversifying his activities. Despite his outspokenness, the one already nicknamed "the Philippe Etchebest of Aidons nos fermes" is gen ...

27
June
2023

Stroll around the Thau Lagoon: five towns to visit

ur way to Poussan on the D2, then to Bouzigues/Mèze on the D613 (RN 113). Bouzigues Bouzigues is a charming fishing village and a mecca for shellfish farming. Even today, this small village lives mainly from the breeding of oysters and mussels, as well as from tourism. This village is a must-see ...

12
Feb
2013

The Truffle Festival: a gourmet event in Colomars

A First in Colomars For the first time in 2014, truffle farmers from department 06, supervised by the departmental truffle farming syndicate of Alpes-Maritimes, will meet in Colomars. This small town, located just 15 minutes from Nice, will indeed organize its first Truffle Festival! This day dedi ...

28
Jan
2014

Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue: 5 good reasons to visit this village in Normandy

hs. Copyright : Philippe Alès 4- To eat oysters Fishing is not the only notable activity in the commune, which is also known for its oyster farming. This renowned oyster farming commune has some 250 hectares of parks. Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue is even considered as the cradle of the Norma ...

18
June
2021

Garden: 5 things you need to know about farmers' seeds

e multinational seed industry, such as Bayer, Monsanto, Limagrain, Pioneer and Syngenta, the trend is beginning to reverse, especially in the organic farming sector. More and more organic producers are creating their own seeds and developing farmers' seed houses. Such is the craze that they even ...

22
Sep
2021

The Eclipse: 5 Good Reasons to Watch the France 2 Series

iction its uniqueness, showcasing the agricultural world from an unprecedented angle. Through the crime genre, this fiction highlights the diversity of the farming world. It addresses the issue of rurality and, more broadly, the themes of heritage, transmission, and lineage. 5- The atmosphere of th ...

19
Aug
2024

How to Choose a Christmas Tree in 3 Questions

PS label, which assesses the environmental impact of productions. - the Max Havelaar label, which ensures respect for workers' rights and sustainable farming practices. - the Organic Agriculture or AB label reserved for organic trees grown without any chemical fertilizers - the Red Label "cut Christ ...

10
Dec
2009

The Hortillonnages of Amiens: gardens floating on water.

d by these market gardeners called "hortillons". In 1906, 950 people were still practicing this activity. But today there are only about ten of them, farming 25 hectares of the hortillonnages. Regular water markets were held so that market gardeners could sell their products. Today, this market ta ...

13
Mar
2012

The Mountain Agriculture Show in Bourg-Saint-Maurice

Presentation of the exhibition The Mountain Agriculture Show organized in Bourg-Saint-Maurice since 2013 is an event dedicated to the mountain farming world. For two days, exhibitors from the mountains of Europe come to present local products and handicrafts. These two days of conviviality ar ...

13
Aug
2014

World Vegan Month: Veganism Month in November

ucts generates more pollution than transportation (18%). Furthermore, it takes five times more water to feed a meat-eater than to feed a vegan. Livestock farming (mainly cattle) is also responsible for 60% of global deforestation, while overfishing devastates the oceans. • Health-related: mea ...

07
Nov
2016

Antibiotic resistance: how to act to curb it?

by a chronic illness or hospitalized for a routine operation. 3- Prioritize organic milk, eggs, and meat. Organic products guarantee animal-friendly farming conditions. This is better for animal welfare but also for human health. The concentration of animals stressed by intensive farming condition ...

10
Nov
2016

Roots of Tomorrow: the video game to get started in agroecology.

to introduce players to agroecology! As a reminder, agroecology refers to all environmentally-friendly agricultural practices. It goes beyond organic farming and includes animal welfare, soil preservation, reduction of inputs, and proper water management. This educational game is intended for both ...

16
Oct
2023

Emerging Technologies in Tractor Batteries: What to Expect in the Future

enhance agricultural productivity but also contribute to a more sustainable future. Learn more about CNH’s offerings and how they can transform your farming operations. ...

24
June
2024