The import forecast for prepared or preserved potatoes to France from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent downward trend. Starting from a volume of 75.453 million kilograms in 2024, there is an annual decrease leading to 62.936 million kilograms by 2028. This decline suggests a year-on-year average reduction rate of approximately 4% based on the forecast. The decrease reflects a notable downtrend compared to the actual import volume of 78 million kilograms in 2023.

Future trends to watch for include:

Changes in consumer preferences toward fresh over processed potatoes might further impact import volumes.
Trade policies and tariffs that could affect pricing and competitive sourcing.
Technological advancements in preservation techniques potentially altering import dependency.