La Charcuterie Vendéenne (PETITGAS)
Petitgas is a French charcuterie company based in Apremont, Vendée, with roots dating back to 1981. Founded by Monsieur and Madame Petitgas, the business was built around the production of Vendée ham, a product that was previously made mainly on farms in the region. Today, the company says it employs more than 250 people and operates from a 28,000 m² site in the heart of Vendée. The company positions itself as a guardian of regional know-how while continuing to develop new recipes and specialties. Its brand identity is closely tied to Vendée, to traditional pork-processing expertise, and to a promise of convivial, authentic food for consumers across France. Core Values Respect : The company describes respect as listening carefully and recognizing everyone’s value in order to build trust with customers. Pride : Petitgas presents pride as contributing to an authentic product and acting as its ambassador. Trust : Honesty and exemplary behavior are emphasized in relationships among employees, customers and consumers. Pleasure : The company links pleasure to well-being, motivation and commitment in daily work. Passing on know-how : Petitgas highlights the importance of sharing values and expertise to help employees grow and to preserve its craft. Unique Aspects IGP recognition for its flagship ham : Petitgas says it began working toward IGP recognition in 1994, and the Jambon de Vendée obtained Protected Geographical Indication status in October 2014. Deep regional roots : The company was created on family land in Apremont and remains strongly identified with Vendée and its culinary heritage. Large-scale local production base : Petitgas states that it employs more than 250 people and operates from a 28,000 m² site in Vendée. PME+ label : In 2024, the company obtained the PME+ label, which it presents as recognition of its sustainable and human-centered approach. Organic extension of the flagship line : The launch of an organic Jambon de Vendée IGP in 2019 shows how the company extends its heritage product into a more environmentally and ethically positioned offer.