Avril Group
Avril is an international agro-industrial group based in France, specialising in food, animal feed, energy and sustainable chemistry. It was founded in 1983, on the initiative of a collective group of leaders in the French farming sector, and was structured as a subsidiary to ensure outlets for French oilseeds (rapeseed, sunflower, soy) and protein crops (Peas, faba beans, lupin). Formerly known as Sofiproteol, the group adopted the name of Avril in 2015, during a change in governance and legal
Basic Information
- Category: activities of head offices
- Website: http://www.groupeavril.com/fr
Documented Facts
- Founded: 1983
- Employees: 7350
Evidence and Sources
- Avril Group — Wikipedia (reference)
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- Last verified: 2026-04-22
AI summary
Avril is an international agro-industrial group based in France, specialising in food, animal feed, energy and sustainable chemistry. It was founded in 1983, on the initiative of a collective group of leaders in the French farming sector, and was structured as a subsidiary to ensure outlets for French oilseeds (rapeseed, sunflower, soy) and protein crops (Peas, faba beans, lupin). Formerly known as Sofiproteol, the group adopted the name of Avril in 2015, during a change in governance and legal
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