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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Avocado Sector in France The French avocado market is buzzing — and not just from the sound of guacamole blenders. Over the last year, France has firmly held its ground as one of Europe’s top avocado consumers, with imports topping a whopping 200,000 tonnes in 2022. This…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Tapioca Starch Sector in France France’s tapioca starch market is in flux. As of mid-2025, the industry is facing a perfect storm of environmental, economic, and regulatory changes that are reshaping how suppliers and buyers operate. First off, there’s the weather. France, along with much of Europe,…

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Introduction – France’s Pineapple Market: A Quantitative Overview France may not be the first country that comes to mind when you think of pineapples, but it plays a noteworthy role in the global pineapple supply chain—especially as a re-exporter. While domestic production is minimal due to unsuitable climate conditions (except in overseas territories like…

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Introduction – France’s Mineral Water Market: A Quantitative Overview When it comes to bottled water, France is not just a player—it’s a powerhouse. Home to iconic names like Evian, Perrier, and Volvic, France has cemented its reputation for high-quality mineral waters that are shipped around the globe. In fact, in 2022 alone, France produced…

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Introduction – Delving into France’s Reputation for Quality Banana When you think of bananas, France might not be the first country that comes to mind. But did you know that France plays a significant role in the European banana trade, particularly in distributing high-quality, ethically sourced bananas? Thanks to its overseas territories like Guadeloupe…

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France’s Lemon Market by the Numbers Let’s squeeze some facts out of France’s lemon market first. While France isn’t the top global producer of lemons like Spain or Italy, it holds a unique position in the European lemon ecosystem — especially when it comes to value-added lemon products, premium fresh lemons, and specialist lemon-based…