Ferme de la Rigaudière

Ferme de la Rigaudière is an organic market-gardening farm created by Jean-Baptiste del Marmol in spring 2018. The farm grows vegetables and sells them to professional buyers, with a clear focus on serving shops and cooperatives in its region rather than handling retail commercialization itself. The company presents itself as more than a conventional organic producer: it combines certified organic farming with agroecological practices aimed at protecting soil life, biodiversity, and long-term farm resilience. Since summer 2022, it has channelled its production exclusively through partner stores and cooperatives, allowing the team to concentrate on growing high-quality vegetables. Key Offerings Organic vegetables : The farm produces a wide variety of vegetables grown under organic certification, with regular controls by its certifying body. Wholesale supply to professional buyers : Ferme de la Rigaudière sells its produce to stores and cooperatives, supplying regional professional partners rather than managing direct retail sales. Seasonal field-grown produce : Its production model emphasizes diverse crops grown in the field, supporting a broad assortment of vegetables for partner outlets. Core Values Organic farming : All vegetables are grown organically, without chemical pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, and the farm relies on certification and regular inspections to back that commitment. Agroecology : The farm explicitly goes beyond the organic specification by following agroecological principles that aim to care for both land and people. Biodiversity : Hedgerows, trees, nectar plants, nesting boxes, and beehives are used to encourage biodiversity and strengthen the farm ecosystem. Soil health : No-till methods, green manures, organic fertilization, and a living-soil approach are central to maintaining fertility and long-term productivity. Unique Aspects Exclusive regional distribution model : Since summer 2022, the farm has focused entirely on supplying partner stores and cooperatives, leaving commercialization to those partners. Agroecological practices beyond organic certification : In addition to being certified organic, the farm uses no-till cultivation, avoids plastic mulch, and integrates biodiversity-supporting infrastructure. Locally sourced fertility inputs : Fertilization relies mainly on poultry manure from the farm and manure from neighboring livestock farmers, supplemented by organic fertilizer and green manures. Professional partner network : Its vegetables are available through a named network of regional outlets, including Dépôt Vrac, Coprosain, Proxy Delhaize Frasnes, A La Ferme Hacquegnies, Biovrac Uccle, and Alimentation Géniale Saint-Gilles.