The forecasted production of woven fabrics of carded or combed wool or fine animal hair, coarse animal hair, or horsehair in France shows a steady upward trajectory from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 781.65 thousand square meters in 2024, it is projected to grow to 887.89 thousand square meters by 2028. This represents an average annual growth (CAGR) in volume of approximately 3.2% over the five-year period. Since two years of data are available, there was notable growth from 2023 (ending in the area of 757.73 thousand square meters) to 2024 and expectedly from 2025 onwards.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly textiles might influence fabric sourcing and production methods.
Potential impacts of economic fluctuations and trade agreements on raw material costs and fabric production efficiency.
Technological advancements in fabric manufacturing could enhance production capabilities and streamline processes.