France Aquaculture Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Fish Type (Freshwater Fish, Molluscs, Crustaceans, Others), By Environment (Fresh Water, Marine Water, Brackish Water), and France Aquaculture Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

France Aquaculture Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The France Aquaculture Market Size was estimated at USD 2.66 Million Tons in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 5.06% from 2025 to 2035
• The France Aquaculture Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 4.58 Million Tons by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The France Aquaculture Market is anticipated to Reach USD 4.58 Million Tons by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 8.18% from 2025 to 2035. Advances in farming technologies, gourmet fish preferences, and sustainability initiatives are the main drivers of growth.

Market Overview

The aquaculture market in France involves the regulated rearing of aquatic organisms (fish, mollusks, crustaceans) for consumption. It helps underpin domestic seafood demand through a range of inland and coastal production systems. Additionally, the aquaculture sector in France is moving towards energy-efficient, sustainable production models that put animal welfare and environmental stewardship first. In an effort to reduce their environmental impact and increase their energy self-sufficiency, farms are increasingly implementing closed-loop systems with sophisticated biofiltration and integrated renewable energy sources, like photovoltaic shading. This method lowers pollution and resource consumption while enabling large-scale fish production. National food sovereignty is improved and regional economic growth is supported by closer integration with local supply chains and processing facilities. These advancements establish French aquaculture as a pioneer in creative, environmentally responsible seafood production and show the industry's growing commitment to aligning with long-term sustainability goals and climate resilience strategies.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the France aquaculture market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the France aquaculture market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the France aquaculture market.

Driving Factors

The aquaculture industry in France is also progressing due to digital transformation, as IoT-enabled water quality sensors and smart monitoring systems improve fish health management and operational efficiency. Real-time data collection for feed optimization and disease prevention is made possible by the growth of precision aquaculture. Furthermore, more cooperation between aquafarms and research organizations is spurring species diversification and breeding technique innovation.

Restraining Factors

The high costs of regulatory compliance and the difficulties in obtaining environmental permits are two major obstacles that hinder the growth of the aquaculture market in France. In addition to affecting productivity, disease outbreaks and biosecurity threats also increase operating expenses. Additionally, the potential for domestic growth is limited by competition from imported seafood and restricted access to coastal farming zones.

Market Segmentation

The France aquaculture market share is classified into fish type and environment.

• The molluscs segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The France aquaculture market is segmented by fish type into freshwater fish, molluscs, crustaceans, and others. Among these, the molluscs segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The high demand for oysters and mussels both domestically and internationally, especially from gourmet and health-conscious consumers, is driving growth in the French aquaculture market. Mollusk farming thrives in coastal areas thanks to well-established infrastructure and environmentally friendly methods. Long-term viability and productivity are also being increased by technological developments in hatchery management and disease control.

• The marine water segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The France aquaculture market is segmented by environment into fresh water, marine water, and brackish water. Among these, the marine water segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Due to advantageous coastal conditions that facilitate extensive fish and mollusk farming, the aquaculture market in France is growing. Production capability is being increased by government investments in offshore aquaculture infrastructure and support for sustainable marine practices. Long-term growth is also being driven by expanding export prospects and growing consumer demand for premium seafood.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the France aquaculture market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Groupe Aqualande
• InnovaFeed
• Ynsect
• Les Viviers de Sarrance
• France Turbot
• Others

Recent Developments:

• In August 2024, There was public and NGO opposition to several planned large recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) salmon farms in France, including projects by Pure Salmon, Local Ocean, and Smart Salmon. In response, authorities considered a 10 year moratorium on new land based salmon farms.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at France, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the France Aquaculture Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

France Aquaculture Market, By Fish Type

• Freshwater Fish
• Molluscs
• Crustaceans
• Others

France Aquaculture Market, By Environment

• Fresh Water
• Marine Water
• Brackish Water