At the initiative of Francois Patriat, President of Regional Council of Burgundy, the association of regions of France, the Association of European Wine Regions, the National Association of Elected Vine and Wine, the association of rural mayors of France, elected officials representing the main French wine regions and wine professionals have joined forces to launch this Friday, March 16, 2012, the Appeal of Dijon and reaffirm their opposition to the liberalization of planting rights wine.

Whether it's wine, cheese or meat, Burgundy can pride itself on offering quality products whose origin is certified. Indicated by a very good ranking of Burgundy with its products of Protected Designation of Origin (PDO).

The best way to preserve a profit margin is to dispense with intermediaries. 3700 Burgundy farms are engaged in direct sales, a move encouraged by the Regional Council of Burgundy.

The Regional Council proposes a new guide on its website to promote the use of wood produced in Burgundy, he can see more clearly on the offer.

The renewal of oaks is essential to the viability of the wood of the plain of the Saone.
This is why the Burgundy Regional Council supports the development plan for mass carried by the regional center for forest ownership.

Increase competitiveness and market adjustment of farms by developing and diversifying agricultural production of Burgundy, is the goal supported by the Region. For this, it provides financial support for investments in the processing of farm products.

Relays Agri-Energy was established in 2007 at the request of the Regional Council and ADEME. the RAE educate, inform and accompany the farmers on issues of economy and energy production. They are also responsible for the emergence of networks and project control and energy production in the agricultural sector.

For the third consecutive year, the Burgundy Regional Council renews its support of certification for organic farming, with support for the second time the EU (EAFRD).

To raise awareness of the vital role of bees and the need to act quickly for their protection, a program is launched in two agricultural colleges Burgundy.

The Burgundy Regional Council supports various transformation projects and sales at the farm.

Information on the GM crops and pesticides in Burgundy: the task of ensuring grain - Burgundy, supported by the Region. The association questioned the impact of intensive agricultural practices to our health and our environment.

For nearly a year, the company sustainable Burgundy Wood, based in Vendenesse les Charolles deals naturally wood from area businesses to give them greater durability and play on their color.

National Park "between Champagne and Burgundy" should be created by 2012 in the departments of Cote-d'Or and Haute-Marne.

Equivallée project was presented Sunday, May 25, 2008 at the Grand National Show Jumping de Cluny (71).

The Burgundy Regional Council monitors the work of Bernard Ronot, who works for the conservation of seeds of wheat farmers and their use in baking. The association was born Noah seeds of interest in the production of these old varieties in organic farming.

The Regional Council is calling for projects to farmers wishing to plant trees on their farmland. Its goal is to foster sustainable production and biodiversity conservation. The deadline to file is 30 August 2012.