History

2025

The strength of a model

The name Avril is evocative of spring returning each year, the rhythms of nature and particularly the flowering of rapeseed. Originally called Sofiprotéol, it was founded in 1983 by the oils and proteins sector to guarantee the sustainability of its outlets. True to its mission, the Group has continued to establish a bond of trust that connects all actors in the sector.

In line with its purpose “Serving the Earth”, Avril continues to support the agricultural, food and environmental sectors and transitions.

In the second year of execution of its strategic plan, AMBITION 2030, Avril delivered a solid performance in 2025 despite an uncertain global environment, slowing economic activity—particularly from the second half onward—and increased competition across many businesses.

These results reflect the resilience of the model, supported by a balanced and complementary portfolio across both businesses and geographies, as well as a clear strategic direction backed by an ambitious investment policy.

January

Structuring a center of excellence dedicated to green chemistry and biotechnology in the Hauts-de-France region, with the integration of the PIVERT biotechnology industrialization accelerator.

Sodiaal, France’s leading dairy cooperative, and Sanders, France’s leader in animal nutrition, announce the creation of Reflait, a joint venture dedicated to supporting dairy farmers in Western France.

March

Sofiprotéol renews its investment in Ceva Animal Health, France’s leading animal health company and the world’s fifth-largest player.

April

Avril inaugurates Innolab, its first in-house laboratory, bringing together nearly 50 researchers across three areas: FOOD, FEED and DATA.

June

Avril and TotalEnergies combine their expertise to explore the development of a French supply chain for intermediate crops to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

August

Saipol launches Empreinte by Saipol, a new range of refined rapeseed and sunflower oils made from French-grown seeds produced using sustainable farming practices.