From 2013 to 2023, employment in the Agriculture, Forestry, and Seafood sectors in France showed a steady increase, beginning at 312,000 units and rising to 327,000 units. The year-on-year variation averaged between 0.31% and 1.3%, with specific fluctuations: a peak increase of 1.25% in 2018 and no change in 2023. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the 5-year period ending in 2023 was 0.25%.

Looking ahead to 2028, forecasts suggest a continued modest growth with a projected CAGR of 0.24% over the next five years, culminating in an employment figure of approximately 332,000 units. The total forecasted growth rate over this period is 1.22%.

Future trends to watch include:

Technological advancements potentially increasing efficiency and altering employment dynamics.
Changing environmental policies that may impact employment numbers.
Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable and organic produce affecting labor demand.