Label Bas Carbone
Examples: reducing the frequency of soil cultivation, minimalist plot preparation, restoring organic matter and preserving soil microfauna.
Examples: territorial dynamics, societal demand, diversification of the activity, local sales/processing, working conditions, sharing of good practices.
Examples: Consideration of wetlands, use of adapted species, drip-connected irrigation tools.
Agricultural walnut and hazelnut cooperative that brings together more than 350 producers in the western half of France.
Read moreNew plantation of 9 hectares of hazelnut trees in the Hautes-Pyrénées region
This project is being carried out in the municipality of Bernadets-Debat, located in the Hautes-Pyrénées department. It is situated in a rural area with a strong agricultural focus, characterised by mixed cropping systems dominated by arable crops, particularly cereals. This area also faces challenges relating to agroecological transition, soil conservation and adaptation to climate change, particularly in light of water resource variability and changing agricultural practices. In this context, the development of perennial crops such as hazelnut orchards presents an opportunity for agricultural diversification, strengthening the resilience of farms and promoting local produce.
After the first successful plantings, the farm plans to expand its hazelnut crops by planting 9 hectares of orchards in early 2025. The selected plots were previously used for annual cereal crops.
Planting permanent trees will enable more CO2 to be sequestered throughout the year than would be the case with a temporary crop. This project will enable 426.95 tonnes of CO2 equivalent to be stored over 20 years*.
This project will make it possible to relocate hazelnut production in France, as this product is currently mainly imported from abroad. Sales of hazelnuts will mainly supply the French market.
The soil will also be able to sequester more CO2 because it will no longer be worked every year. What's more, this new plantation will require less fertiliser and treatments than previous crops. This new cultivation itinerary will help to avoid emissions, making the project even more virtuous.
Water resources will be used sparingly, as the orchards have an underground drip irrigation system that allows for sensible watering. Maintaining 75% grass cover in the orchard also helps retain moisture and limit water requirements.
* The final value of the estimate will only be established after verification by an independent auditor and an administrative decision on verification.
Label Bas CarboneExamples: reducing the frequency of soil cultivation, minimalist plot preparation, restoring organic matter and preserving soil microfauna.
Examples: territorial dynamics, societal demand, diversification of the activity, local sales/processing, working conditions, sharing of good practices.
Examples: Consideration of wetlands, use of adapted species, drip-connected irrigation tools.
Agricultural walnut and hazelnut cooperative that brings together more than 350 producers in the western half of France.
Read moreNew plantation of 9 hectares of hazelnut trees in the Hautes-Pyrénées region
This project is being carried out in the municipality of Bernadets-Debat, located in the Hautes-Pyrénées department. It is situated in a rural area with a strong agricultural focus, characterised by mixed cropping systems dominated by arable crops, particularly cereals. This area also faces challenges relating to agroecological transition, soil conservation and adaptation to climate change, particularly in light of water resource variability and changing agricultural practices. In this context, the development of perennial crops such as hazelnut orchards presents an opportunity for agricultural diversification, strengthening the resilience of farms and promoting local produce.
After the first successful plantings, the farm plans to expand its hazelnut crops by planting 9 hectares of orchards in early 2025. The selected plots were previously used for annual cereal crops.
Planting permanent trees will enable more CO2 to be sequestered throughout the year than would be the case with a temporary crop. This project will enable 426.95 tonnes of CO2 equivalent to be stored over 20 years*.
This project will make it possible to relocate hazelnut production in France, as this product is currently mainly imported from abroad. Sales of hazelnuts will mainly supply the French market.
The soil will also be able to sequester more CO2 because it will no longer be worked every year. What's more, this new plantation will require less fertiliser and treatments than previous crops. This new cultivation itinerary will help to avoid emissions, making the project even more virtuous.
Water resources will be used sparingly, as the orchards have an underground drip irrigation system that allows for sensible watering. Maintaining 75% grass cover in the orchard also helps retain moisture and limit water requirements.
* The final value of the estimate will only be established after verification by an independent auditor and an administrative decision on verification.
