Thierry Blandinières

Thierry Blandinières is the CEO of InVivo, a significant French agricultural cooperative group. He is currently newsworthy due to his insights and commentary on the potential impact of global events, particularly the war in the Middle East, on agricultural markets and consumer prices. Blandinières has recently discussed the potential for rising fertilizer prices to trigger inflation similar to that experienced after the start of the war in Ukraine, impacting cereal production and supermarket prices by the end of the year. He has also addressed concerns about fertilizer supply in France, stating that while a shortage is unlikely, price increases remain a concern. Furthermore, Blandinières has commented on InVivo's strategy regarding its retail chains, Gamm vert and Jardiland, indicating that while Gamm vert will remain under InVivo's ownership, the company is exploring franchising options for Jardiland to reduce costs. His views are relevant given InVivo's prominent position in the agricultural sector and its influence on food production and retail.