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Breton white cauliflower: a key vegetable of the ‘golden belt’
Recognisable by its compact and generous shape, white cauliflower is a staple of market stalls and professional kitchens. Its tight grain, firm texture and delicately sweet taste make it a vegetable prized by restaurateurs and distributors. Unlike broccoli, which is eaten in bunches, cauliflower is actually a pre-flowering organ, which, if left to grow, would turn into a flower.
Its culinary versatility appeals to chefs and food industry professionals alike: raw, it is crisp and fresh; cooked, it becomes soft and melts in the mouth. It fits perfectly into traditional recipes as well as modern and innovative preparations.
A Breton crop at the service of quality
In Brittany, cauliflower benefits from a unique terroir, conducive to its optimal development. This region, in particular the golden belt located to the north of Finistère and Côtes-d’Armor, is renowned for the fertility of its soil and its temperate climate, ideal for growing cruciferous vegetables.
The cauliflower is planted mechanically and harvested by hand, guaranteeing a rigorous selection of the finest heads. This careful harvesting ensures consistent quality and an impeccable appearance, essential for distribution channels and export.
Annual availability to meet market needs
Breton cauliflower is available throughout the year, with two key periods:
- Winter cauliflower (November to April): peak season with high production volumes.
- Summer cauliflower (May to October): low season when production continues but in more limited quantities.
Thanks to this continuous production, at Pouliquen we guarantee a regular supply, essential for trade and mass distribution professionals.
Expert and committed producers
Our partner producers, members of the Prince de Bretagne brand, are cauliflower specialists. Grouped together in the agricultural cooperatives SICA, Les Maraîchers d’Armor and Terres de Saint-Malo, they grow this iconic vegetable in accordance with traditions and sustainable agricultural practices.
The farms are located in the immediate vicinity of the sea, benefiting from a favourable microclimate and soil rich in organic matter. This exceptional environment allows us to obtain very fresh vegetables, while limiting the use of chemical inputs.
Packaging adapted to the requirements of the B2B market
We adapt to the needs of each professional by offering different packaging formats:
- Cardboard or wooden boxes, containing 6 to 11 pieces depending on the size.
- Packaging in the field, guaranteeing optimal freshness and efficient logistics.
Whether you are a wholesaler, restaurant owner, importer or even a supermarket professional, we support you in the implementation of tailor-made solutions to ensure a smooth management of your supply.
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Are you looking for a reliable supplier for your cauliflower and other fresh vegetables? Pouliquen guarantees you regular volumes and optimal quality all year round.
