In 2025, French citizens consumed a record average of 237 eggs per person, reflecting a growing preference for this affordable protein source against a backdrop of economic uncertainty. This trend, highlighted by the French egg producers' industry association CNPO, shows a marked increase from 227 eggs consumed per person in 2024. The rising demand for eggs is echoed across Europe and globally, as they remain a versatile and economically viable ingredient in a variety of recipes and dietary choices.

Producers are responding to this surge in demand by expanding their production facilities, with forecasts from the French technological institute ITAVI indicating that by 2035, annual egg consumption is expected to reach 269 eggs per person. Notably, 70% of these projections involve shell eggs, emphasizing a continuing consumer preference for fresh products. The future trend seems promising, as the demand for eggs was notably spurred by the circumstances of 2020, which saw a significant increase in consumption due to the situation surrounding the pandemic.

With the industrial association highlighting the factors contributing to this growing appetite, it is clear that the egg industry in France is positioned for robust growth in the coming years. The ongoing trend towards rising consumption and the establishment of more production units reflect not just a response to consumer preferences but also an opportunity for growth in the agricultural sector amidst broader economic challenges.