LES CRUDETTES in the news

An investigation by 60 Millions de consommateurs revealed widespread pesticide contamination, including carcinogenic substances, in many pre-packaged salads sold in supermarkets, with only five out of 26 tested products being residue-free.

Mondi's recyclable FunctionalBarrier Paper, used for Les Crudettes' ready-to-eat salads, won a Gold award at the DOW Packaging Innovation Awards for its sustainable replacement of plastic packaging.

Three major salad brands jointly developed a reusable polypropylene salad tray to reduce environmental impact, standardize packaging, and test consumer adoption in French stores.

Three food brands and Knauf Industries developed a reusable black polypropylene tray designed for easy washing, production line compatibility, and premium product presentation.

Les Crudettes got French regulatory approval to buy Bonduelle's bagged salad unit without competition issues.

Les Crudettes obtained French competition clearance to acquire Bonduelle's ready-to-use bagged salad division.

Les Crudettes acquired the bagged salad business of Bonduelle after receiving unconditional clearance from the Autorité de la concurrence.

Les Crudettes acquired Bonduelle's fresh salad bag business with regulatory approval granted without conditions.

Les Crudettes and CybeleTech collaborate on an autonomous greenhouse project that reduces energy use by up to half while growing pesticide-free herbs year-round.

Les Crudettes has partnered with Intermarché to pay salad producers 40% of sales price, aiming to support and sustain French salad farming amid declining producer numbers.

Les Crudettes introduce two convenient ready-to-eat vegetable products, Légum’box and Légumes Cuisson Minutes, focusing on quick, fresh, and tasty meals beyond salads.

Les Crudettes and Maille introduce a new line of gourmet salad dressings to complement fresh bagged salads and meet consumer demand for original flavors.

LSDH brand Les Crudettes plans to acquire Bonduelle's struggling bagged salad operations in France and Germany following years of declining sales.

Les Crudettes introduced 'L’inspiration végétale', a new line of ready-to-use fresh vegetable mixes designed for busy consumers seeking quick, fresh, and healthy meal options.

Maille is expanding into fresh salad sauces in partnership with Les Crudettes, aiming to grow the refrigerated sauces market.

A consumer study revealed pesticide residues in most packaged salads, including organic ones, raising concerns about chronic exposure despite individual levels being within legal limits.

A consumer study found pesticide residues in most salad bags tested, but Les Crudettes' products were not heavily contaminated and stayed within safety limits.

Les Crudettes runs a purchase-based instant-win contest offering garden lounge sets and discount vouchers to promote its fresh salad products in France.

Les Crudettes donated 180 meal baskets to support financially struggling students at the University of Avignon after a canceled event prevented food waste.

Les Crudettes opened a new aeroponic greenhouse near Saint-Denis de l’Hôtel to locally produce aromatic herbs for their salad products.