La Région Sud, active support for farmers

Organized in an exceptional setting, these festivities delighted lovers of nature, art, and heritage. “It is an excellent idea to have organized this event in the magical setting of Villa Noailles, a major cultural venue that everyone is happy to discover or rediscover. Evoking the excellence of Var peony production is an opportunity to show that the Région is alongside our farmers. With Renaud Muselier, we are providing concrete aid to this sector, which is facing unprecedented difficulties,” recalled François de Canson. The vice-president of the Région added: “To support young farmers setting up, several regional schemes are combined in the form of a pack that allows them to be supported step by step. And President Muselier recalled on April 30 that the Région is a partner in the operation led by Karine Le Marchand 'L’amour est tout près' to allow our small producers to access the shelves of major retailers under the best conditions.” “Finally, talking about cork is also to evoke the Var forest, one of the most beautiful in France. Already, 60% of the regional territory is protected by 4 national natural parks, 9 regional natural parks, and 17 nature reserves. In addition, we are actively working on the creation of the 10th regional park of Maures, Estérel, and Tanneron,” stressed François de Canson. During this weekend, the Fête de la Pivoine celebrated an iconic spring flower. Visitors admired a multitude of peony varieties whose captivating colors and scents leave a lasting impression. In parallel, the Journées du Liège highlighted this natural and sustainable material, used for centuries for its unique properties. Visitors discovered the harvesting and processing techniques of cork, as well as its many uses in art and crafts.