Forget France: China Is the New Foie Gras Champion
- Posted on July 13, 2026
- By The Wall Street Journal
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In brief
China has emerged as the global leader in foie gras production, manufacturing over 11,000 tons annually and surpassing France's traditional dominance in this luxury market. The Asian nation offers a competitive alternative with prices significantly lower than European counterparts, democratizing access to this premium delicacy. This shift reflects changing consumer preferences and production economics in the international gourmet food industry.
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Forget France: China Is the New Foie Gras Champion
The Asian country makes 11,000 tons of the bird-liver delicacy annually—and it costs a little more than half the French kind.
