An article from our partner Nutrikeo. In 2026, nutrition trends confirm a fundamental shift: consumers are now seeking a more holistic approach to their health, where food, well-being, and overall balance are part of the same dynamic. In this sense, nutrition is increasingly drawing inspiration from the world of nutraceuticals, and even…

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 Bernard Ollié, founder and president of the Good agency. The network…

An article by Pascale Brousse, founder of Trend Sourcing. Long associated solely with vegetarian diets, plant-based proteins are now establishing themselves as a cornerstone of modern nutrition. Naturally present in legumes (lentils, chickpeas, kidney beans, lupins, etc.), soy, whole grains, oilseeds, seeds, and even certain algae, they offer a sustainable alternative…

A pioneer of ethical banking in France, La Nef is recognized for the transparency of its financing, which includes only projects with ecological, social, or cultural aims. Founded in the 1980s, at a time when the organic sector was seen as a risky and niche market, La Nef was one of…

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 Gaëlle Le Floch, Strategic Insight Director at Kantar Worldpanel France. Gaëlle…

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).

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...

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...