Contributing to
the dynamism of the territories

Our rural roots are the driving force behind our development

Its regional roots and dense network of operating locations enable the Co-operative to make a valuable contribution to local socio-economic life and the quality of life in rural communities.

Beyond the geographic boundaries of its Co-operative, Agrial supports initiatives that promote agriculture and food solidarity, not only in those countries where it has an operating presence, but also in the developing countries of the world.

SOME KEY FIGURES

of our French workforce is employed in rural areas (communities with fewer than 10,000 residents)

of our raw materials are processed locally, within 200 kilometres of where they were produced

rural stores and local agricultural merchants play a pivotal role at regional level

The Agrial Co-operative becomes a Food Bank Solidarity Enterprise

When it signed a framework partnership agreement with the French Federation of Food Banks in 2021, Agrial became the first French agricultural co-operative to be recognised as a ‘Food Bank Solidarity Enterprise’. Food Banks throughout France are now the main beneficiaries of our food donations. Together, they collect, manage and share more than 112,500 tonnes of food per year.

We support the organisation’s development through financial sponsorship, and assist the Food Banks with their programmes by using our own in-house communication channels to help people integrate into employment and collect food.

+ than 1,000
tonnes of food donated by Agrial in 2022 to relieve food insecurity
+ than 50
beneficiary non-profit organisations, working to combat food insecurity

Our stores and local agricultural merchants are committed regional stakeholders

As a pivotal stakeholder in the rural world, our Co-operative is proud of its network of 140 LaMaison.fr stores and 120 local agricultural outlets.

Located as closely as possible to our farmer members in the regions, these shops are extremely successful at attracting and retaining customers who love their local identity, the shared experience, and the warm welcome and expertise of our teams.