Why choose local products in Geneva?
At Granola Geneva, local isn't a marketing argument but a deep conviction. Here's why.
The environmental benefits of local
Reducing carbon footprint
A local product travels on average 50 to 100 km compared to 2,500 km for an imported product. At Granola Geneva, 80% of our ingredients come from Switzerland or neighboring France.
Respecting seasonality
Eating local also means eating seasonal. No more strawberries in December from the other side of the world.
The benefits for your health
Freshness and nutritional quality
A product picked at maturity and consumed quickly retains all its vitamins and flavors. Our fruits and vegetables are delivered every morning, often picked the day before.
Guaranteed traceability
We personally know our producers. This proximity allows us to guarantee responsible farming practices.
The benefits for the local economy
Supporting Geneva farmers
Every franc spent at a local producer helps maintain local agriculture.
Short supply chains
By reducing the number of intermediaries, short supply chains allow better remuneration for producers while maintaining reasonable prices for consumers.
Our local partners
Here are some of the producers we work with:
- Ferme de Choully (Geneva) – Organic vegetables and herbs
- Laiterie de Satigny (Geneva) – Farm yogurts and milk
- Moulin de Sévery (Vaud) – Flour for our sourdough bread
- Rucher du Salève (Haute-Savoie) – Honey for our granola
- Torréfacteur Birchler (Zurich) – Specialty coffee
What's not local (and why)
Some products can't be sourced locally: açaí (Brazil), avocados (Spain/Mexico), cocoa (Ecuador). For these ingredients, we choose certified organic and fair trade supply chains.
How to improve further?
Our approach is constantly evolving. Our goals for 2026:
- Reach 90% local ingredients
- Develop our own urban garden
- Reduce our packaging by 50%
- Offset our residual carbon footprint
Conclusion
Choosing local is making a meaningful choice. It's better for the planet, for your health and for our region's economy. At Granola Geneva, we're proud to offer cuisine that reflects these values, without compromising on taste.
