Les Nouvelles Fermes runs urban aquaponic farms near Bordeaux that combine fish cultivation with hydroponic vegetables and herbs in a closed‑loop, pesticide‑free system. By harvesting and delivering produce within 24 hours and keeping distribution within a 30 km radius, they provide ultra‑fresh, water‑efficient food directly to local consumers and businesses.
Funding
$5.9M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Urban consumers often lack access to fresh, locally produced vegetables, herbs, and fish, while conventional agriculture relies on long supply chains, synthetic pesticides, and high water usage. This results in reduced freshness, higher environmental impact, and limited availability of truly local, sustainable food.
Solution
Les Nouvelles Fermes operates urban aquaponic farms in the Bordeaux area, integrating fish cultivation with hydroponic vegetable and herb production in a closed-loop system. The method recirculates water, eliminating the need for synthetic pesticides and drastically reducing water consumption. Produce is harvested within 24 hours of picking and delivered or made available for pickup within a 30 km radius, ensuring ultra‑fresh, chemical‑free food. Customers can order a range of vegetables, live herbs, fish, and related pantry items through an online platform, with flexible pickup or delivery schedules. The farm’s low‑tech design combined with innovative aquaponic technology enables scalable, sustainable food production directly in the city.
Target Audience
Primary customers are environmentally conscious residents of Bordeaux and surrounding areas seeking fresh, locally produced vegetables, herbs, and fish, as well as restaurants and retailers that prioritize sustainable, ultra‑fresh ingredients.
Features
- Closed‑loop aquaponic system that simultaneously raises fish and cultivates vegetables and herbs, achieving up to 100 % water reuse
- Zero synthetic pesticide use, providing chemical‑free produce
- Harvest‑to‑consumer turnaround of less than 24 hours, guaranteeing peak freshness
- Local distribution network with a maximum 30 km distance between farm and consumer, supporting ultra‑local supply chains
- Wide product assortment including live herb plants, seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh fish, and artisanal pantry items
- Online ordering platform with scheduled pickup or delivery options (Wednesday or Saturday)
- Scalable farm footprint (e.g., 5 000 m² facility in Mérignac, one of Europe’s largest urban aquaponic farms)