Following a bitter assessment of the situation in the agricultural world, Jean-Marie XIMENA set himself the mission of instigating a change in the model of the wheat-flour-bread industry. Astreïa was born in 2015 and today embodies innovation and commitment by offering a promising alternative to a sector in the grip of precariousness.
A return to his roots for Jean-Marie XIMENA and a confrontation with a bitter reality
It was in the early 2010s, after completing his higher education and initial professional experiences that took him far from the French farmlands, that Jean-Marie XIMENA decided it was time to get back to his roots and return to the land of his childhood.
In 2012, he undertook a Brevet Professionnel (vocational diploma) in farm management, specialising in organic farming, which he completed in 2015 with a CAP (vocational training certificate) in baking.
During his training, Jean-Marie noticed the decline and precariousness of the farming world, particularly the wheat-flour-bread industry, caught between quality and production volumes. The CAP (Common Agricultural Policy) and its regulatory constraints, competition from major players and the fear of innovation exacerbate the difficulties encountered.
The desire to participate in the renewal of the wheat-flour-bread industry
Convinced that a different, more sustainable and autonomous model was possible for the farming world, Jean-Marie became fully involved in the sector as soon as he resumed his studies. It was then that he discovered the invention of brothers Pierre and André Astrié: an exceptional stone mill, simple and respectful of the raw material and of an agricultural heritage.
Jean-Marie, convinced by the potential and driven by a bold vision, decided to start manufacturing Astrié mills with André’s agreement. Initially to meet his own needs as a cereal grower and baker, but quickly with the vision of enabling the whole sector to benefit from this innovation; from cereal growers to bakers and farmers, of course.
In the early days of Astreïa, Jean-Marie built his mills alone in his garage and, like any entrepreneur, experienced a few setbacks. But his determination drove him on, and he gradually surrounded himself with a team of enthusiasts like himself. Since then, Astreïa has gone from strength to strength, and together we are pursuing our mission of instigating a radical change in the model of the wheat-flour-bread industry.
Astreïa: the commitment and expertise of an industry professional
Today, at Astreïa, we are developing solutions to meet the needs of professional cereal growers, farmers, millers, bakers and pasters. But our real strength lies in our expertise as a player in the sector and in our commitment to our customers.
Thanks to his various activities as a farmer and cereal grower, as a miller with his company Missouna and as a baker through Epanoui (a brand of breads and bakeries launched in 2023), Jean-Marie has become a real expert in the entire sector from field to bread. With this intimate understanding of the issues you face, our Astreïa team can help you make the most of your business and advise you on the entire growing and processing process.
At Astreïa, we understand that change doesn’t happen overnight. That’s why support is an integral part of our DNA and our vision, so that everyone can calmly implement an innovative and sustainable model. A model that enables professionals to earn a fair income while enjoying greater freedom and a better life.
Tools designed by and for professionals
Our Astreïa machines are much more than just tools. They embody the promise of a better life for you, a professional in the wheat-flour-bread chain, so that you too can make a dignified living from your work, be proud of the product you offer while helping to change the world of agriculture.
Simple and comfortable to use, our stone mills, hullers, grain brushes and all our accessories are developed by our in-house Design Office to meet our needs and yours. This expertise enables us to constantly optimise our machines and offer high-performance solutions tailored to the specific needs of each professional.
At Astreïa, our team does everything in its power on a daily basis to fulfil the mission we have set ourselves, and we are delighted that you too are part of the adventure.
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