The France microgreens market size reached USD 56.79 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 109.75 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 6.81% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by rising consumer demand for nutrient-dense, functional foods, increasing urban agriculture practices, and a shift toward plant-based diets. Health awareness and culinary innovation also support adoption. These dynamics collectively contribute to the increasing France microgreens market share across retail, hospitality, and home-growing segments.
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Base Year
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2024 |
Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 56.79 Million |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 109.75 Million |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 6.81% |
Health and Nutritional Awareness
Health consciousness among French consumers is a major factor influencing the demand for microgreens. The rise in non-communicable diseases and a growing preference for preventive healthcare have encouraged individuals to seek superfoods rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and phytochemicals. Microgreens, often containing 5–40 times more nutrients than mature plants, align with these preferences. Their benefits, such as boosting immunity, improving digestion, and aiding detoxification, are widely promoted by nutritionists and wellness influencers in France. The market is witnessing higher adoption among younger demographics and urban dwellers seeking convenient, healthy eating alternatives. This increasing focus on nutrition is positively impacting the France microgreens market growth, especially through health food stores, organic markets, and wellness-focused food delivery services. For instance, French company Bioplants’s Inouï microgreens range is available across western France supermarkets, offering four varieties: coriander, peas, radish, and arugula. The ultra-fresh, ready-to-pick microgreens last up to two weeks and aim to bring microgreens into mainstream retail. Achieving 200,000 tray sales in 2024, Bioplants is also expanding in the foodservice sector. Future plans include new varieties and promotional activities to boost awareness, while consumer education and innovation drive France’s emerging microgreens retail market.
Urban Farming and Sustainability
With limited access to arable land in urban centers and the rising importance of food sustainability, France has seen a surge in urban farming initiatives, particularly hydroponics and vertical farming. These practices support the cultivation of microgreens in cities like Paris, Lyon, and Marseille. Government incentives and environmental regulations are also fostering interest in low-footprint agriculture. Many startups and community gardens are leveraging indoor farming techniques to produce fresh microgreens year-round with minimal resource consumption. This local production reduces food miles and aligns with France’s broader climate goals. As sustainable agriculture gains traction, the France microgreens market growth is supported by technological innovation and increased investment in controlled-environment agriculture systems. For instance, in January 2025, AeroFarms commercialized a scalable, climate-agnostic vertical farming solution to grow nutrient-dense microgreens year-round. Using patented aeroponics, AI, and robotics, its farms use 90% less water and 230x less land than traditional farming. The company is expanding globally to address food security and promote health through sustainable agriculture.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country/regional level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type, farming method, distribution channel, and end use.
Type Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, arugula, peas, basil, radish, and others.
Farming Method Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the farming method have also been provided in the report. This includes indoor vertical farming, commercial greenhouses, and others.
Distribution Channel Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the distribution channel have also been provided in the report. This includes supermarkets and hypermarkets, retail stores, and others.
End Use Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end use have also been provided in the report. This includes residential and commercial.
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Paris Region, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Hauts-de-France, Occitanie, Provence Alpes Côte d’Azur, Grand Est, and others.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Million USD |
Scope of the Report | Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Types Covered | Broccoli, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Arugula, Peas, Basil, Radish, Others |
Farming Methods Covered | Indoor Vertical Farming, Commercial Greenhouses, Others |
Distribution Channels Covered | Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Retail Stores, Others |
End Uses Covered | Residential, Commercial |
Regions Covered | Paris Region, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Hauts-de-France, Occitanie, Provence Alpes Côte d’Azur, Grand Est, Others |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
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