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Germany vs France

Side-by-side comparison of national food supply and diet composition.

Data: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023) · Supply = production + imports − exports − waste

Calories
3,535
Germany
vs
3,490
France
kcal/cap/day
Protein
109
Germany
vs
116
France
g/cap/day
Fat
162
Germany
vs
149
France
g/cap/day

Food Group Breakdown

Comparison of food supply composition by FAO food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023).

Germanykcal/capita/dayFrance
732
Cereals
908
570
Vegetable Oils
364
528
Milk
403
411
Sugar & Sweeteners
341
292
Meat
362
267
Animal Fats
325
197
Alcoholic Beverages
232
122
Fruits
119
128
Starchy Roots
93
75
Vegetables
76
51
Eggs
46
57
Tree Nuts
34

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has a higher calorie supply, Germany or France?

Germany has a higher daily food supply per capita (3,535 vs 3,490 kcal/capita/day in 2023).

Which country consumes more protein, Germany or France?

France has higher protein supply (109.2 vs 116.0 g/capita/day).

What are the main dietary differences between Germany and France?

The two countries differ significantly in food group composition. The biggest difference is in Vegetable Oils: Germany supplies significantly more. See the food group breakdown chart above for the full comparison.

Where does this diet data come from?

This data is from FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023), which track national food supply. Supply data includes production, imports, and exports but overestimates actual consumption because it includes food waste and animal feed.