Prométerre in the news

Martin Pidoux, director of Prométerre, discusses strategies for agriculture to cope with drought.

Vaud's agriculture faces at least 8 million francs in losses this summer due to drought, impacting crop yields and fodder supply, with potential price increases for consumers.

Prométerre will take over the operational management of Prolait, a Western Swiss milk producers' association, to enhance services and political representation.

Prolait is transferring its operational leadership to Prométerre, the Vaud Farmers' Association, starting January 1, 2027, to enhance services and political representation for its 890 milk producer members.

Romand farmers are experiencing severe financial and agricultural distress due to a persistent and intense drought since June, impacting key crops and livestock, with limited relief from recent rainfall.

The article discusses the impact of stray currents on livestock and farm economics, detailing the efforts of Prométerre and Fondation Henny to research, mitigate, and raise awareness about this issue in Switzerland.

Prométerre supports farmers in Western Switzerland who face high rates of psychological issues and suicide.

A new experimental station for agricultural soils in Grange-Verney, Switzerland, will begin projects in 2026 to develop practical solutions for soil health and sustainable farming through collaboration with farmers, researchers, and cantonal authorities.

A new soil quality laboratory in Broye, Switzerland, aims to benefit all Swiss agricultural operations through a partnership between Vaud, Agroscope, and Prométerre.

A new testing station in Vaud, Switzerland, is established to improve agricultural soil quality through collaborative research and farmer-led projects.

A new experimental station in the Swiss canton of Vaud aims to enhance agricultural soil quality and fertility through collaborative research and practical application to ensure sustainable farming practices.

Christophe Longchamp, a farmer from Chavannes-le-Veyron, is the new president of Prométerre and will need to travel extensively while delegating his farm's management.

Prométerre announces a leadership change with Claude Baehler succeeded by Christophe Longchamp, celebrates 30 years, and welcomes a new member organization.

Christophe Longchamp was elected the new president of Prométerre, succeeding Claude Baehler, and aims to promote Vaud agriculture.

Christophe Longchamp was elected the new president of Prométerre, succeeding Claude Baehler, and aims to promote Vaudois agriculture.

Several headlines cover Christophe Longchamp's appointment at Prométerre, a significant increase in shoplifting, poor student spelling, a new Green Party president, and a volunteer shortage for a gymnastics festival.

Prométerre celebrates 30 years of promoting and defending agricultural professions in Vaud, offering comprehensive services and support to farmers and viticulturists.

Prométerre is celebrating its 30th anniversary with six cultural and culinary events and supporting initiatives that promote agriculture and dialogue.

Valérie Dittli, Prométerre, and other agricultural organizations presented a vision for autonomous, robust, and sustainable agriculture in Vaud, with soil quality as a key policy focus.

Luc Thomas, outgoing director of Prométerre, reflects on the economic recovery of Vaudois agriculture, the increasing complexities and risks for farmers, and the importance of local produce and climate action.