Bio Linéaires' 2025 survey, conducted among 22 distributors representing 2,226 points of sale, reveals a sector brimming with confidence. Organic specialty retailers report an increase in customer traffic and a return to volume growth for 2025. The year 2025 marks a turning point, with increased customer traffic…
This year, Natexpo is launching a new series of content. Its goal: to give a voice to experts in the organic sector, professionals who have been observing market trends for many years and who have valuable insights to share. This month, we welcome Julien Picq, Project Manager for the Out-of-Home Food Service sector at the French Agency for Organic Farming (Agence BIO).
Following a 2025 edition marked by renewed momentum, NATEXPO 2026 takes place within a context of gradual recovery in the organic market, driven by a rebound in consumption and the emergence of new balances. The trade show confirms its role as a key event for organic professionals, both in France and internationally. The 28…
This year, Natexpo is launching a new series of content. Its goal: to give a voice to experts in the organic sector, professionals who have been observing market trends for many years and who have valuable insights to share. To kick off this series, we welcome Pascale Brousse, founder of Trend Sourcing. Pascale Brousse, you…
For the first time, Natexpo in 2025 hosted a guest country: Morocco, whose prominent presence reflects its growing commitment to structuring the organic sector. Moroccan producers, processors, and institutions gathered to showcase a dynamic market with strong growth potential. A sector…
Hello Laurent, could you introduce yourself briefly: who are you, where do you sell from, what do you do? I was born in Tours and now live in Paris. My professional background as an investor led me gradually into the world of organic farming, which I found fascinating because of its values, and to which I wanted to dedicate myself. It's…
At 34, Louis Pinot de Villechenon takes the helm of Synabio. A committed entrepreneur, he co-founded Implicity and the Business Convention for the Climate (CEC). He brings to the organic sector a vision resolutely focused on cooperation, operational efficiency, and innovation. “One thing that struck me upon arriving at Synabio is…”
The Distributors' Village, organized by Synadis Bio (National Union of Specialized Distributors of Organic and Dietary Products), is a must-see at the Natexpo trade show for all professionals in the organic specialty distribution sector. Designed to maximize exchanges and support the growth of the sector, the Village offers a rich program, combining...
Hello Julien Bourgeois, can you introduce yourself in a few words: who are you, where are you from, what do you do? I am Julien Bourgeois, organic farmer, married, 2 children. Born in Auxerre in 1980 (Yonne), I have been living since 2006 on a mixed crop-livestock farm in this area, in a small natural region located between the Loire and…
Hello Nicolas Cappelaere, can you introduce yourself in a few words: who are you, where are you from, and what do you do? I founded the Ineldea laboratories over 20 years ago in the south of France. At the same time, I have been committed to serving our profession for many years. I believe that action...
The Natexpo trade show, held at Eurexpo Lyon on September 23 and 24, 2024, once again rose to the challenge by confirming its role as a key platform for players in the organic sector. With a more compact two-day format, this edition optimized exchanges while preserving the warm and friendly atmosphere...
Can you briefly introduce yourself: who are you, where are you from, and what do you do? I'm Coralie Persiani, Sales Director at La Nef. I'm responsible for our cooperative's entire sales network in the professional and private markets. At La Nef, we advocate for sound and transparent finance, and our choice...
In 2002, Yvon Chouinard and Craig Mathews founded 1% for the Planet with a clear goal: "To increase the effectiveness of associations working to protect the environment by providing them with the necessary funds." The number 1, chosen for its simplicity, is directly linked to the companies' turnover, thus guaranteeing constant and…
The FEEF (French Federation of Businesses and Entrepreneurs), a partner of the Natexpo trade show for several years, represents VSEs/SMEs/ETIs manufacturing everyday consumer products. This represents 22,000 independent businesses, 250,000 direct jobs, and 33,000 production sites spread across the country. Guarantors of France's food and industrial sovereignty, these...
More than half of French people have reduced their meat consumption in recent years, nearly half of them for environmental reasons. For several years, plant-based brands have been innovating to offer alternatives to meat products. The names are intriguing, and the results are impressive! Plant-based innovations can be found at...
Since the first edition of the organic wholesalers' overview in 2015, followed by its updates in 2019 and 2022, the sector has undergone significant changes. On the occasion of Natexpo, Bio Linéaires is publishing an update of its overview to understand how these operators have reacted to fluctuations in the organic market. With now…
The fair trade market in organic specialty retailing amounts to €266,7 million, or just over 11,9% of barcoded products placed on the MSB market, according to Bio Linéaires. While fair trade used to concern very specific ingredients, such as chocolate or sugar, it now benefits from a significant…
Looking for your future organic ingredient suppliers? Meet your future partners at Natexpo Lyon 2024 thanks to the Discovery Tours: around 75 exhibitors are suppliers of organic ingredients or raw materials for the formulation of your processed products. For the third consecutive year, Ingrébio, an expert in sourcing organic ingredients with…
Things are moving in the organic drinks sector! Brands are constantly developing surprising recipes, with ever more original and delicious ingredients. Far from overly sweet sodas, we are seeing the emergence of ingenious blends, fermentation, and alcohol-free spirits, for moments of conviviality that are sure to be rediscovered...
Can you briefly introduce yourself: who are you, where are you from, and what do you do? I'm Thierry Stoedzel, Managing Director of Ecocert France, a leading organic certification company. The company is based in the Gers region, in the heart of a rural department. I've always been driven by the belief that we can breathe life into...
BioED, the CSR label for committed organic companies, is celebrating its 10th anniversary. In just a decade, BioED has certified the initiatives of 70 agri-food companies and continues to grow, while expanding its scope to include cosmetics companies and, very soon, specialty retailers. Ten years ago, Synabio, the union of…
After hearing objections about the effectiveness of organic cosmetics, Cosmébio, the trade association representing more than 730 certified organic brands, decided to scientifically prove the effectiveness of organic cosmetics. In partnership with an independent research company, an in-depth study was conducted to debunk this misconception. This approach follows...
At the next Natexpo trade show in Lyon, Synadis Bio will offer mini-training sessions dedicated to organic stores on topics as varied as CSR, fruits and vegetables, organic groceries, cosmetics, dietary supplements, and dairy products. Their goal is to showcase the training catalog they offer...
Since 2018, Natexpo has been held every two years in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, on even-numbered years. Why a Lyon edition? The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region is a key player in the organic sector: it is the largest in terms of the number of processors and the third largest in terms of production in France. Lyon, as a dynamic regional capital…
These exhibitors at Natexpo are pioneers in the organic sector and are ready to meet you. Discover their journey! La Compagnie du Bicarbonate has been manufacturing and marketing natural and ecological products since 2010. 𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗳 𝗻𝟭? From the very beginning, we have wanted to provide responsible products such as…
These exhibitors at Natexpo are pioneers in the organic sector and are ready to meet you. Discover their journey! Phytorganic is passionate about plants and their benefits. The company's goal is to make natural solutions accessible to all. 𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗳 𝗻𝟭? Expand our reputation and connect with...
Happy Foie will be participating in Natexpo for the first time this year! We present them to you. Happy Foie offers a non-force-fed Liver Delight, made from non-force-fed ducks and geese. They use lean livers that they then enrich with fat, to obtain a product with a unique melt-in-the-mouth texture and flavor...
The Noirmoutier Salt Cooperative will be participating in Natexpo for the first time this year. Here's a closer look at them. Founded in 1942, the Noirmoutier Salt Cooperative is a small business with around thirty employees. It stands out for its commitment to producing and distributing 100% natural sea salt,…
Hibu Biscuiterie will be participating in Natexpo for the first time this year. Here's a closer look. Hibu is a biscuit company founded in the heart of the Basque Country by two passionate pastry chefs. Specializing in vegan, certified organic, and gluten-free biscuits, they showcase nuts in their recipes, offering delicious flavors and...
Koro will be participating in Natexpo for the first time this year. Here's what they're all about. Since 2014, KoRo has been redefining the food industry by offering a wide range of innovative, high-quality products. With an omnichannel strategy, KoRo products are sold online at www.koro.fr, in stores, and at...
