How to cook short-dated produce? The anti-waste guide
In short: Cooking with short-dated products is safe as long as you distinguish the DLC (date of maximum consumption) from the DDM (minimum durability date, indicative, and not exceedable). Every year in France, approximately 9.7 million tons of food waste is produced, of which 3.8 million tons are still edible. A […]
How to obtain HVE certification? A guide for producers
Are you a producer looking to showcase your environmental practices to your customers, access new markets or benefit from CAP eco-schemes? High Environmental Value (HVE) certification is probably the most suitable approach for your situation. However, you still need to know where to start. We have detailed the steps to [...]
Can you drink milk after the expiry date?
In France, each French person consumes an average of around 40.7 litres of milk per year, or nearly five glasses per week. This shows how central milk is to our daily diet, and how the question of its preservation deserves a clear answer. Every year, millions of litres are thrown away when they […]
Sustainable agriculture: definition and key principles
Sustainable farming aims to produce better while respecting the environment. It is based on balanced resource management, reducing inputs, and traceability of agricultural practices.
Permaculture : definition and essential principles
Permaculture is an agricultural and ecological approach that draws inspiration from the functioning of natural ecosystems to create sustainable, productive, and environmentally friendly systems.
AOP and AOC: understanding the difference simply
AOP and AOC are two labels that guarantee the origin of a product. But what is the real difference between the two, and why is AOC gradually disappearing?
Reducing food waste with the CTCPA: a practical guide for producers
Food waste is a major challenge for the agri-food sector. Every year, tonnes of food are lost throughout the production and distribution chain, resulting in major economic losses and a considerable environmental impact. To help producers and farmers better understand and reduce these losses, the CTCPA (Centre [...]
Food waste: La Poste helps ugly fruit and vegetables
Food waste is a major problem that affects the entire supply chain. Among the causes of this phenomenon, the rejection of so-called «ugly» fruit and vegetables plays a major role. Fortunately, solutions are emerging to add value to these imperfect but tasty products, and reduce their waste. La Poste, through its Log'issimo service, is committed to [...]
