Champagne Ardennes Economy

• Agriculture has been of importance in Champagne Ardennes economy for a long time and is still nowadays (61,4% of the land is dedicated to farming), foremost to produce the Champagne that faces a huge demand growth from emergent countries.
• The Champagne wine region is synonynous with very fine wines. Champagne is the most famous wine producing region of France and produces some of the most wonderful wines in the world, including those labelled with the AOC approved stamp.
• Other famous gastronomic specialities having made the reputation of Champagne Ardennes are the delicious Andouillette from Troyes, cheeses and local game cooked with sauces.
• The Champagne Ardennes economy is also governed by the industry sector, mainly specializing in the metallurgy sector.
• The economic vigour of the region can also be explained by its touristic qualities. Champagne Ardennes is not one of the favorite destination for all the travellers and holidaymakers, but it has plenty to offer (see the tourism page).

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		Key economic Data for Champagne Ardennes
GDP		30.8 million euros (17th region on 22) equivalent to 1.9% of national GDP*.
Number of companies		Ardennes 10,531, Aube 12,360, Marne 22,995, Haute-Marne 8,074 Region 53,960
% of total activity		Ardennes 19.5%, Aube 22.9%, Marne 42.6%, Haute-Marne 15.0% Region 100%
Largest Companies		Champagne-Céréales is the first cereal producer in Europe. It gathers 9,300 farmers. Cristal Union produces sugar and alcohol. It is the second sugar comany in France with its Daddy brand. Béghin-Say produces sugar. Jacquot (Troyes) produces famous quality chocolates and sweets (711 employees) Peugeot Citroen plants are also a huge employer in this area.
Students population		40,200+ students across Champagne Ardennes.
Salary		Average salary = 15,972 €/year.
		Champagne Ardennes Agriculture
Agricultural products		Vegetables: maize, carrot, strawberries, prunes, plums. Grapes for wine, Poultry for foie gras. Unfortunately no seafood.
		Champagne Ardennes Industry
Building		The automotive sector in Champagne Ardennes consists of 14% of companies versus 12% for all the France.
		Champagne Ardennes Tertiary sector
Sectors		Commerce, Transports, Building, Health, Administration, Education.
Tourism		Tourism is not popular in Champagne Ardennes though the fantastic potential of this region. Visitors generally stay for 3 or 4 days. Restaurants and shops take advantage of this touristic opportunity.

* GDP (Gross Domestic Product= Produit intérieur brut)
* TO (Turn Over = Chiffre d'affaires)

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