The meat market in France

In 2020, the halal meat market in French supermarkets was worth 337 million euros. Poultry stood out with sales of 133 million euros. The Muslim population is estimated at between 5 and 6 million, rising to between 8 and 13 million by 2050. These figures underline the potential for growth in demand for halal meat in the years ahead. Consumers, young urban Muslims and growing families are the main buyers. The most frequent buyers, accounting for almost 30% of the market, are "pre-families", i.e. young couples and singles under 35 with no children. This demographic group spends an average monthly budget of around 238 euros on halal products. Growing families", with at least one child aged between 6 and 11, spend an average of around 403 euros a month. Controversies surrounding inappropriate labeling and insufficient respect for halal practices have prompted a large proportion of consumers to turn to small neighborhood butchers, who are perceived as more trustworthy than the large superma

The plant-based meat market in France is estimated at over €110 million. The global market for meat substitutes is growing by 7% and is estimated at 6.5 billion euros. Vegetarian brands such as Sojasun and Cereal are facing the arrival of new industrial players and private labels such as Herta, which has rapidly won a substantial market share with offers such as the 100% vegetarian Knacki range. The penetration of plant-based products in supermarkets and restaurants is increasing, driven by consumer demand for healthier products, ethical considerations regarding animal welfare and environmental concerns. Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat stand out in the category of "third-generation" meat substitutes. Evolution towards meat substitutes In recent years, the country has seen a palpable shift towards meat substitutes, accentuated by changing food preferences and a growing awareness of health, environmental and ethical considerations. Between 30% and 35% of consumers declare themselves fle

The word "Halal" refers to everything that is permitted in terms of behavior, language, clothing and food in Islamic culture, with a focus on meat from animals slaughtered according to different principles; meat must adhere to much harsher and stricter regulations, according to the basic