Report Criticizes France's Agricultural Model for Undermining Food Sovereignty

Despite vast farmland, France's export-driven agriculture depends heavily on imports and fails to prioritize domestic food security, according to a new report from Terre de Liens.

• The report highlights that 43% of France's agricultural land is dedicated to exports, leaving only 2,100 square meters per person for domestic food production despite sufficient overall farmland.
• France imports significant quantities of agricultural inputs, such as 8.5 million tons of fertilizer and 4 million tons of South American soy annually, to sustain its export-focused model.
• The reliance on international trade agreements, like the EU-Mercosur deal, exacerbates dependency on imports and exposes France to risks during geopolitical or climate crises.
• The industrialization of agriculture has led to monocultures, reduced crop diversity, and increased reliance on pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, making the system less sustainable and resilient.
• The report calls for a shift toward agroecological practices and local food systems, emphasizing long-term environmental sustainability and reduced dependence on international markets.

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