Sojasun is a Brittany-based French company created in 1988 that sells soy-based products. The soy is 100% produced in France. The company is part of the Olga company, which was founded in 1874.
Sojasun is a Brittany-based French company created in 1988 that sells soy-based products. The soy is 100% produced in France. The company is part of the Olga company, which was founded in 1874.
The Sojasun production plant is located in Châteaubourg. [1] ' [2] The products are distributed in major retail chains across France. [3]
The brand has about 50 different soja products across five categories. About 17% of French people buy its products. [4]
After co-sponsoring the cycling team alongside the Saur group since 2010, Sojasun became the primary sponsor of the Sojasun cycling team in 2013. [5]
The brand also supports athletes in various disciplines, including sailing, canoeing, and para table tennis. [6]
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