Lot-et-Garonne

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Lot-et-Garonne is a d\u00e9partement in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of southwestern France. Its capital is Agen, a town situated on the Garonne River. The department is partly covered by the Landes region, which is known for its extensive pine forests.12

The Lot River, a significant waterway, flows through the Lot-et-Garonne department before joining the Garonne River near Aiguillon. This river is canalized and navigable for a portion of its length, though it is not heavily used. The region's economy is supported by agriculture, with Agen being a notable market center for fruits and vegetables. Food processing is also an important industry in Agen.31

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Aquitaine
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…extensively cultivated in Dordogne, and Lot-et-Garonne is one of France’s main tobacco-growing areas. Périgord is world-famous for its highly prized black truffles. Some livestock is raised in Aquitaine, mainly for meat. A significant number of farms raise ducks and geese for the production of foie gras.
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…extensively cultivated in Dordogne, and Lot-et-Garonne is one of France’s main tobacco-growing areas. Périgord is world-famous for its highly prized black truffles. Some livestock is raised in Aquitaine, mainly for meat. A significant number of farms raise ducks and geese for the production of foie gras.
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