Winter Crops Planted: Ready for a Season of Growth

With 3,700 ha in operation, our winter sowing season has officially wrapped up, covering a total of 2,135 hectares with a range of winter crops. An additional 476 hectares are dedicated to biodiversity areas, while the remaining fields are set aside for spring sowing of sunflower and chickpea.

Here’s a breakdown of what we’ve planted:

• Oats: 848 hectares
• Wheat: 402 hectares
• Peas: 638 hectares
• Spelt: 92 hectares
• Flax: 145 hectares
• Broad Beans: 10 hectares

Throughout the season, we worked to respect optimal sowing timelines for each crop, giving each one the best start possible, while also allowing us to maximize productivity while supporting soil health.

Our winter crops contribute significantly to our sustainable farming goals.

As a crucial part of our gluten-free production, oats act as a natural weed suppressant with their dense growth, effectively reducing weed pressure and supporting our ecosystem—without the need for synthetic inputs.

Peas, and broad beans enrich the soil by fixing nitrogen and promoting biodiversity, which naturally disrupts pest cycles and strengthens soil health.

Altogether, our winter crops are essential for maintaining soil structure, preventing erosion, and enhancing moisture retention, all while storing more carbon in the soil to help combat climate change. This diverse sowing also sets the stage for a balanced ecosystem that can support resilient growth season after season.

As always, every step of the process has been carefully monitored and recorded in our Farming Software, from seed selection to field preparation and planting.

With winter sowing complete, we’re ready for a productive season ahead.