France returns to being top electricity exporter in Europe Increased nuclear and hydropower production has pushed it ahead again of its nearest competitor Sweden
Brexit: What will France-to-UK food checks mean… if they ever come in? If the checks are introduced they are likely to restrict the importing of items such as cheese and charcuterie - but not frogs’ legs and snails
American drinkers push French alcohol exports to new record Emphasis on luxury and quality over quantity as exports reached over €17billion in 2022, a welcome boost for the industry amidst struggles on the home market Number of UK firms exporting goods to EU dropped by a third Does La Poste charge more for posting non-French books abroad? France overtakes China as third biggest arms exporter, report shows
Crossing French-UK border is now like going to US, say French customs Brexit has resulted in far more complications and costs, report customs agents in France
What are rules for bringing British teabags to France post-Brexit? Since January there are new rules on what foods you may bring with you in luggage when entering France from the UK
Recap of post-Brexit rules for bringing items into France from the UK There are various new issues to consider depending on whether you are coming for a holiday or bringing several items to a second home or moving home
French winemakers' relief as EU-US deal removes 'punitive' tariffs Wine producers will be able to export to the US without extra customs taxes as a new agreement ends a 17-year trade dispute
French rosé wine booms as UK shows biggest demand 'Ten years ago, rosé was a very secret wine' says French wine trade body, but exports have soared and the UK market grew 50% in 2020
French foie gras farmers invite Johnson to visit and not limit sales The head of the foie gras trade body said the UK Prime Minister was wrong to remove people’s ‘freedom of choice’ over what they eat
Stock up on your Bovril It is expected to be harder to import food from the UK – both for businesses and individuals – when the transition finishes at the end of this year.
French pastis producers aim to raise spirit popularity One of the only remaining 100% Marseille manufacturers of the alcoholic spirit pastis is aiming to revive its flagging popularity by exporting most of its production under a “Made in France” banner.
French cognac exports at record high in 2018 French cognac exports were at a record high for the fourth consecutive year in 2018, with the drink now making up one quarter of the country’s entire wine and spirit exports, to the value of €3.2 billion.
France could run out of rosé as global demand soars Bad news for rosé drinkers: France could run out of pink wine this summer as demand rises across the world and production struggles to keep up. Boost for farmers in China beef market UK hospital exports patients to France Labrador Tag Feed