New Agricultural Building Inaugurated in Millery to Support Young Farmers in Monts du Lyonnais

On October 15, a new collective agricultural building spanning 800 square meters was inaugurated in Millery, located in the Monts du Lyonnais near Lyon. This facility, developed by the Communauté de communes de la vallée du Garon (CCVG), aims to support young farmers in a region grappling with a significant 23% decline in agricultural operations over the past decade.

Françoise Gauquelin, mayor of Millery and president of the CCVG, highlighted the intense agricultural and industrial land pressures in the Lyon area as a major barrier to new farm establishments. The project represents a strategic response to these challenges, facilitating the installation of new agricultural entrepreneurs and reflecting a shift from traditional farming profiles.

The initiative required an investment of 1.8 million euros, funded through a combination of state contributions (300,000 euros), departmental support (200,000 euros), and nearly 90,000 euros from the European Union. This collaborative funding underscores the importance placed on revitalizing agriculture in the region.

This new collective building is expected to provide essential infrastructure and resources, helping young farmers overcome regional land constraints and sustain agriculture in the Monts du Lyonnais near Lyon.