"Foie gras has confirmed its comeback. Our vaccination strategy has proven its worth. However, the government must continue to subsidise the cost of the compulsory vaccination of birds started in 2023."
"Consumption in France rose 6.9 percent by volume last year, and 12 percent of the foie gras produced is still exported, now mainly to Spain, Belgium, and Switzerland."
"A note had been passed to Macron to ensure that he doesn't forget about us in Japan. It is our main export market; it is the one we absolutely need to win back."
In 2025, France produced 14,500 tonnes of foie gras, up from 14,000 tonnes in 2024 and 8,000 tonnes in 2022. The increase comes despite bird flu concerns that halted exports to Japan. Producers are implementing a mass vaccination strategy for birds and seek continued government support. Consumption in France rose by 6.9 percent last year, with 12 percent of production exported mainly to Spain, Belgium, and Switzerland. The industry aims to regain access to the Japanese market, which is crucial for exports.
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