Whether in terms of taste quality, food safety or traceability, the French place great trust in Foie gras. Moreover, they also agree that Foie gras comes from a healthy animal.
Foie gras : one of the specialities representing French gastronomic heritage
Many French people agree that Foie gras is part of the French gastronomic heritage. Indeed, 87% of the population also believe it is a « Made in France » product that deserves to be supported and a traditional secret that must be preserved. Furthermore, 87% consider that Foie gras contributes to the prestige of the art of living and of French culinary culture in the world. A true representative of French culinary art throughout the world, it has even enjoyed since 2006 an official recognition as « protected cultural and gastronomic heritage in France ».
A product of terroir
The Foie gras meets the desires of French people when it comes to regional products. Indeed, according to the CIFOG/IPSOS survey, 89% agree that it is part of French culinary heritage. 82% of French people believe it is a terroir product and nearly eight out of ten define it as an authentic and quality product.
Consumers have been won over by the collective logos Foie Gras de France, Magret de France and Confit de France, launched last year by industry professionals. Indeed, since the crisis, more and more French people are seeking traceability and proximity of products. Many claim that the traceability of a product’s origin encourages them to purchase it. In fact, 92% of French people say they are assured of the traceability and origin of products bearing the “Foie Gras de France” logo and 90% think that it is even a criterion for prompting selection on shop shelves. The French are indeed very attached to their French origin, which is why 91% of consumers consider it as a selection criterion at the time of purchase.
A sector recognised for its expertise
Rooted in French history and terroirs, the French foie gras sector is renowned for its expertise. Indeed, 86% of French people believe that foie gras is part of French heritage. It is part of French gastronomy. Moreover, 82% also assert that the foie gras sector respects regional expertise and 77% believe it respects ancestral know-how. Finally, 81% consider that this sector provides high-quality products.
