Avril Group (Groupe Avril) is a French agro‑industrial company focused on the oilseed and plant‑based protein value chain. Founded in 1983 (as Sofiprotéol) and headquartered in France, the group operates across crop origination, crushing and refining of rapeseed and sunflower, edible oils, protein meals for animal feed, biofuels, and renewable oleochemicals. Its activities include biodiesel and HVO precursors via Saipol, and oleochemicals for industrial, cosmetic, and lubricant applications through its subsidiary Oleon.
Avril markets consumer edible oils in France and abroad (notably under the Lesieur and Puget brands), and supplies animal nutrition products and services (including through Sanders). The group also manages investment activities supporting the oilseed sector via Sofiprotéol. Avril emphasizes valorization of co‑products such as glycerin and meals, linking agriculture with renewable chemistry and energy. It operates primarily in Europe with international commercial reach across food, feed, energy, and specialty chemical markets.
Also known as Groupe Avril.
Renewed partnership extends supply of French-made, bio-based potassium-rich fertilizer for high-value crop formulations, strengthening local potassium availability.
