French Agriculture Faces Crisis as Salon de l'Agriculture 2025 Opens

Amid growing challenges like globalization, declining rural populations, and import competition, President Macron pledges to safeguard France's food sovereignty.

The Salon de l'Agriculture 2025 begins in Paris, highlighting the struggles of French farmers due to economic pressures and rural decline.
President Emmanuel Macron criticized the Mercosur trade agreement, calling it harmful to French and European food sovereignty, and promised to oppose its implementation.
France, once a leading agricultural exporter, has dropped to sixth place globally, with 20% of its food now imported, raising concerns about its agricultural productivity.
Farmers demand better income, reduced regulatory burdens, and increased support as they face international competition and economic instability.
The event features over 2,000 animals, culinary showcases, and activities, with Morocco as the guest of honor, highlighting agricultural ties but sparking criticism over import competition.