France could serve as a gateway for Peruvian food products entering the European market, according to studies conducted by the US Foreign Agricultural Service and the Foreign Trade Committee of the Lima Chamber of Commerce (CCL).
There are varied patterns of consumption in France, according to experts, which present interesting opportunities for Peruvian foodstuffs.
'The high consumption capacity and the increased value-added food in France are also characteristics that increase the opportunities for Peruvian food products in this market,' said the US report.
Products that could benefit from improved market access include fruits, vegetables, drinks, cold cuts, canned foods, dietary products, food supplements, marine and dairy products, desserts, frozen products, catering service, poultry meat, wine, food intermediates and organic ingredients.
The food retail and distribution industry in France comprises six formats; hypermarkets, supermarkets, discount stores, convenience stores, food courts and traditional outlets.
Over the last year, the top five categories accounted for 75 per cent of food sales in France.
