Discover the press release of the Paris International Agricultural Show, themed "French Pride"!
Agriculture plays a crucial role in France’s trade balance and global influence, making the country one of the world's leading agricultural powers. Taking place from February 22 to March 2, 2025, the Paris International Agricultural Show, a steadfast supporter of the agricultural world, has chosen the theme "Agriculture, This French Pride!" for this edition. This commitment to excellence is shared by 91% of French people, who consider agriculture a source of national pride* (Elabe survey for BFMTV, "The French and the Farmers' Mobilization," January 24, 2024).
Pride in the farmers who feed not only the citizens of France but also those around the world. Pride in their exceptional expertise, which makes them global leaders in their field.
As French agriculture faces challenges similar to those in many other countries—generational renewal, visibility of women in the sector, and the impact of climate change—this pride remains essential to France’s global influence and its contribution to sustainable development.
A unique space for solidarity, support, and visibility for French agriculture, the Paris International Agricultural Show brings these challenges to light and remains a highly anticipated event. As of today, 90% of stakeholders wishing to participate have already registered.
Regional, national, and international exhibitors are preparing to welcome over 600,000 visitors. As every year, the show will celebrate the expertise, agricultural practices, professions, achievements, and products that highlight the richness of France’s regions across nine pavilions spanning 16 hectares—making it France’s premier agricultural event.
"French agriculture is a source of national pride, and its reputation extends far beyond our borders," says Jérôme Despey, President of the National Center for Agricultural Exhibitions and Competitions (CENECA) and the Paris International Agricultural Show. "It stands out for the quality and competitiveness of its products, its high added value, and its ever-evolving innovative practices. Our agriculture is both a driving force and a protector. Safeguarding agricultural heritage involves official quality labels for our products, as well as the adoption of agroecological practices and biodiversity conservation initiatives."
For the 2025 edition, the Paris International Agricultal Show has chosen an emblematic breed, part of France's agricultural heritage. “Present in Paris since the 1st General Agricultural Contest in 1870, I'm a large-format meat breed. Famous for my bright wheat coat, I come from a primarily grassland region. The first Label Rouge created for a beef breed, I can be found in every French department, including La Réunion. I am, I am... the Limousine breed!”
This breed is a true pillar of bovine breeding in France and around the world, with a presence in over 80 countries across 5 continents. It is renowned for the exceptional quality of its meat: fine, juicy and tasty. Originally from the Limousin region - now part of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region - this breed has adapted to the needs of breeders while maintaining its maternal qualities and strength.
The Limousine breed, in a few figures
- 2nd largest beef breed in France with 1,100,000 mother cows
- 30,000 Limousine cattle farms in France
- 2 out of 3 cows are Limousines in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- First Label Rouge created for a cattle breed
- First beef breed to conduct research on genomic selection in France
Join us at Paris International Agricultural Show 2025, from February 22 to March 2, to discover the muse of this 61st edition, which promises once again to highlight the excellence of French breeding.