Why French politicians flock to a farm show every year
Every February, over 600,000 visitors gather in Paris for Le Salon d’Agriculture—France’s biggest farm exhibition.
It features 4,000 animals, tasting zones, and high-tech farming tools.
This year’s star, Oupette, a 6-year-old 1,000 kg Limousin cow, was chosen as the event’s mascot.
It’s not just about farming—politicians see it as a must-attend event. In 2024, President Emmanuel Macron spent 13 hours meeting farmers, just weeks after nationwide protests.
With elections looming and farmers voicing concerns, all eyes are on how leaders like Macron, François Bayrou, and far-right figure Jordan Bardella will be received this year.
