Stonemason of Letur, based in Letur, Albacete, has reached a significant milestone by being nominated as a finalist in the EU Organic Awards 2025These awards, organized by the European Commission and other key institutions, annually recognize the most innovative and sustainable initiatives within the European organic sector. The Joseph Brotmanufaktur artisan bakery from Austria and the Herta Bio Apicole beekeeping company from Romania are the other two finalists in the same category. The winners will be announced next month. September 23, coinciding with the European Day of Organic Production.
Pablo Cuervo, CEO of Cantero de LeturHe expressed his pride at the nomination: "It is an honor for Cantero de Letur to be among the three finalists for such prestigious awards as the European Union Organic Awards. It represents enormous recognition of the work we have been developing for more than 35 years, with ecological and social criteria, generating a positive impact on our rural environment, on our land."
Founded in 1990, Cantero de Letur has distinguished itself by its unique business model, focused on caring for people, animals, and the land, beyond maximizing profits. The company produces a wide range of organic dairy products, including yogurt, kefir, and goat, cow, and sheep milk, using fresh, high-quality ingredients from its own and nearby farms. Its natural fermentation processes and strict adherence to animal welfare and environmental standards are fundamental pillars of its operation.
Cantero de Letur's impact extends to its community. In Letur, a town of just 900 inhabitants in the Sierra del Segura, the company is a vital economic driver, generating direct employment for 121 peopleIn addition, the company actively participates in various charitable initiatives, both locally and internationally, contributing to the revitalization of the local economy, which is especially important following the recent damage caused by the DANA floods.
The European Union Ecological Awards, created in 2022, are a key component of the Action Plan for the Development of Organic Production. The jury, composed of representatives from various EU institutions, assesses excellence, innovation, sustainability, and impact throughout the entire organic value chain.


