5th largest agri-food group in France, Avril is the industrial and financial leader in the French vegetable oil and protein sector. Created by the agricultural world, the Group develops innovative, healthy and sustainable solutions to feed people and animals, and accelerate the decarbonization of the planet. Its purpose, Serving the Earth, guides its actions, in line with its ambition to become by 2030 the leader in plant transformation, serving the agricultural, food and environmental transitions. In addition to its historic role as an investor, the Group is now a manufacturer firmly rooted in plant processing, from seed to processed product. Active in human food, animal nutrition and expertise, renewable energies and green chemistry, it deploys a portfolio of activities that are all leaders in their markets. Strengthened by this link with the French farm, Avril has based its growth for over 40 years on a unique value-creation model: it reinvests all its profits in the dynamics of the sectors and its development in France and abroad. Present in 18 countries with nearly 8,400 employees at 82 industrial sites and sales offices, Avril achieved sales of 7.7 billion euros in 2024.
Everything we do, we do for the love of farming. Farming is fundamental to provide sufficient and affordable food for a rapidly growing population, while reducing environmental impacts. That’s why we are working with partners and experts to integrate sustainability criteria into all business decisions. With €990 million in 2025, we invest in a strong R&D pipeline, and our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and stakeholders along the value chain. In 2025, our business generated sales of €9.6 billion. For more information, please visit our website.
Corteva Agriscience is an international company 100% dedicated to agriculture. In France, we provide long-term support to producers with two complementary areas of expertise: Seeds (Pioneer® and Brevant®) and Plant Health, enhanced by digital and biosolutions to optimize crop performance and sustainability. Our approach combines science, technology, and close field experience to address the climate, economic, and societal challenges facing the agricultural sector. Our values—safety, integrity, boldness, commitment, and collaboration—guide every action we take, with one constant objective: the satisfaction of farmers and our partners. Our mission expresses our purpose: to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for future generations. And our ambition in France sets the course: to contribute to the success of farmers to meet consumer demand and secure the future of generations to come.
Soufflet Négoce by InVivo is a major European player in the international grain trade. As a subsidiary of the InVivo Group, France’s leading agricultural cooperative group, the company helps to promote cereal, oilseed and protein crops, mainly from France and Europe, on international markets.
Thanks to its recognised expertise in agricultural markets and its mastery of international supply chains, Soufflet Négoce by InVivo effectively links production areas with consumption areas. The grains traded (wheat, barley, maize and oilseeds and protein crops) come mainly from France and other European countries and are exported to numerous markets, notably in Europe, the Maghreb countries, the Middle East, Africa and certain Asian markets.
Against a backdrop of agricultural and climate transition, Soufflet Négoce by InVivo is also developing solutions aimed at promoting low-carbon agricultural production. Grafite, the team dedicated to low-carbon agricultural commodities, supports farmers in marketing their produce and cooperatives in adapting to market requirements.
Terres Univia has been the interbranch organization of the French oilseed and protein plant sector for over 40 years.
It has been recognized by the public authorities as an interbranch organization in France since 1976 and in Europe since 2013.
It brings together associations and professional federations concerning the production, marketing, processing, and first use of oilseeds (rapeseed, sunflower, soy, flax, olive, etc.) and protein-rich plants (peas, fababeans, lupine, dehydrated alfalfa, lentils, chickpeas, etc.).
It represents the sector to the public authorities and contributes to the development of the oil-protein sector.
Its missions :
- Understanding the production and market of the sector
- Promoting the sector and its products
- Ensuring the quality, safety, and sustainability of the products
- Directing, supporting, and valorizing research work
- Organizing and harmonizing practices and professional relations
- Disseminating knowledge to professionals
