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Agricultural News
Welcome to the SCA3P blog, dedicated to agricultural news, sustainable practices, and the life of our cooperative. Through our articles, we highlight the work of our producers, the challenges related to perfume plants, and environmentally friendly farming practices in Provence.

Harvest 2025: A Season Under Climate Pressure
The 2025 harvest of perfume plants began around ten days earlier this year on the Valensole Plateau, starting around June 20th. This early start is directly linked to the intense heat in June and the lack of water, which caused significant water stress during a critical growth period.

Spring Work: A Crucial Season for Producers
Spring is marked by a series of essential tasks. Indeed, these interventions prepare the crops for an optimal growing season. It is also the ideal time to take advantage of favourable weather conditions.

The Use of Cover Crops in Integrated Agriculture
At the end of February or beginning of March, producers shred the winter cover crops. Then, they sow the spring inter-row covers. This practice, adopted as part of integrated farming, improves soil structure.

A New Agricultural Cycle Begins: A Look Back at the Activities of Our Producers
The end of summer marked the beginning of a new agricultural cycle for our member producers. They are now entering a new phase of intensive work following the harvest period.

A Thoughtful Approach to Sustainable Lavandin Plantations
The previous weeks were dedicated to soil preparation: ploughing, harrowing, and sowing of Fine Lavender. In December, the planting of Lavandin and Clonal Lavender begins.