Salon International de l'Agriculture 2009

allows you to explore all of agriculture's richness and diversity in France and the rest of the world. Representatives from throughout the agricultural sector will attend this friendly, festive event.

An international meeting place

More than 600,000 visitors* will be there, plus over 1,000 exhibitors*, representative of 17 countries* and 22 French regions*, 700 producers from France (European mainland and overseas territories) and the rest of the world* and 1,000 breeders*.

An exhibition of LIFE par excellence

More than 4,500 animals*:

* 2,000 pedigreed dogs
* 650 goats, billy goats, sheep, rams and ewes
* 610 rabbits
* 600 cows and bulls
* 100 horses, ponies and donkeys
* 60 pigs
* as well as pedigreed cats, a range of farmyard animals, ornamental fish and more...

*2008 figures

An exhibition where people learn

All bodies and organizations involved in the agricultural industry (ministries, professional farming organizations, and training, research and environment bodies)

Presentation of France's crop and plant production

Areas dedicated to the garden, the environment, eco-living and new technologies
Shop at a unique market!

* Come and sample a range of regional products and explore French delicacies from the European mainland to its overseas territories
* A multitude of products and flavours await you from around the world
* And try the top-quality French products that won prizes at the General Agricultural Competition!

Enjoy a festive atmosphere

A rich, varied entertainment programme is offered every day

On Friday 27 February, you can enjoy all the French and international restaurants and visit the exhibitors until 11 pm as part of the late-opening Agriculture Night. There will also be a wide variety of entertainment on offer.