The cultivation of red fruit, which began in the 60s and was developed in the 90s by local farmers to diversify, is a gourmet staple of the Haut-Lignon region. Cool nights and warm days produce fruit of excellent quality: both firm and sweet! Strawberries, raspberries, redcurrants (red, white or gooseberry), blackberries, blackcurrants and blueberries are produced at altitudes of between 700 and 1150 meters, hence the name “ mountain produce “.
The producers practice integrated agriculture, although some have also converted to organic farming. Saint-Jeures is home to a major producers’ group.
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