VOICED: Foreign birds threat to French foie-gras tradition

The video discusses the origin of geese used in foie gras production in Southwest France, highlighting that many are bred in Hungary, which upsets traditional producers like Jean Pierre who use only local geese. Jean Pierre's farm is self-sufficient, growing its own feed. The video also covers economic factors, noting that foreign geese are cheaper, making the end product more competitive. To protect regional products, producers are seeking a PGI seal. While duck liver foie gras already has protection, goose foie gras producers remain optimistic about future protections. Currently, consumers must visit farms to ensure authenticity.

What challenges do homegrown producers face compared to foreign bred geese?

Why might buyers need to visit farms to ensure the authenticity of their products?