Welcome to ma-propriete.fr, the essential website for agricultural transactions in France. Our rural site is the ideal meeting place for project developers looking to buy a farm and sellers wishing to sell their property.
French agriculture is at a turning point: with nearly half of all farmers reaching retirement age in the next decade, there have never been so many opportunities to take over an agricultural business. Whether you are looking for bare agricultural land to expand your business, a farmhouse with character for an agrotourism project, or a turnkey farm for sale, we offer personalised support and a clear view of the market.
France: discover here a detailed analysis of the sector, agricultural land prices and our solutions for a successful investment.
France remains the leading agricultural power in the European Union, accounting for around 17% of total EU production. This leadership is based on a wide variety of terroirs and sectors.
The French agricultural landscape is changing. There are currently around 390,000 farms in mainland France (Agreste/2020 Agricultural Census figures). While the total number of farms is declining, their average agricultural area is increasing, now reaching 69 hectares per farm. This concentration offers opportunities for corporate establishment or expansion.
The major challenge is demographic: 43% of farm managers are over 55 years old. This wave of retirements is freeing up thousands of farms to be taken over each year, creating a windfall for any new farmer or investor looking for a promising business opportunity.
Depending on your budget and preferences, the market offers a variety of productions:
Plant production: Field crops (cereals, oilseeds) remain predominant in the region. However, high value-added sectors such as viticulture (particularly in Burgundy, Nouvelle-Aquitaine and Champagne) and arboriculture (stone fruit and pome fruit orchards) are attracting many investors.
Livestock farming: For those wishing to take up livestock farming, there are many options. Cattle farming (dairy and beef) dominates in the west and the Massif Central. Dairy farming offers a steady income but requires a high level of technical expertise. Conversely, goat and sheep farming, often associated with short-chain cheese production, appeal to new rural dwellers looking for smaller-scale projects. Specialised sectors such as poultry farming, pig farming and beekeeping allow for smaller-scale operations.
Mixed farming: many farms are suited to various types of animal or plant production, and you can find them in this category.
Organic Farming and New Practices: The popularity of organic farming continues unabated, with nearly 60,000 farms committed to it. Buying a farm that is already certified organic saves valuable time (no conversion period). In addition, new niches are emerging, such as the cultivation of aromatic and medicinal plants (perfume, aromatic and medicinal plants) or intensive market gardening on small areas.
Diversification and Agrivoltaism: More and more advertisements are highlighting additional sources of income, such as energy production (agrivoltaics, methanisation) or tourism (farm stays).
The success of an agricultural investment depends on a good understanding of asset values. The price of agricultural land is a complex issue, regulated by the Rural Code and monitored by the Safer network.
According to the latest data from FNSafer (2024 figures based on 2023 trends), land prices continue to rise:
Freehold land and meadows: The average price has reached historic levels, at around €6,400 per hectare. This is the price you have to pay to acquire land that is free of any lease, which is essential for setting up a farm.
Leased land and meadows: The market for occupied land (sold with an existing rural lease) is more accessible, with an average price of around €5,200 per hectare. The discount is linked to the status of the lease, which protects the existing farmer.
The price per hectare varies considerably depending on land pressure, agronomic quality and geographical area:
Buying a farm is a complex life project that requires the right tools. Our farm website has been designed to simplify every step of your search.
Our platform centralises thousands of offers. You can sort and filter results according to specific criteria to find the property that suits your project:
Type of property: Agricultural property, vacant land, company shares, life annuity.
Location: Search by region (Rhône-Alpes, Centre-Val de Loire, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, etc.), county or municipality.
Production: Tick your areas of interest (milk, cereals, viticulture, beekeeping, equine, etc.).
Budget and surface area: Define your price range and surface area (in hectares).
Whether you are looking for a sheep farm for sale in the Pyrenees, a grain farm in Beauce or a vineyard in the Var, ma-propriete.fr is your ally.
Are you looking to sell your farm or land? Transferring ownership is a key step that requires specialist agricultural expertise. Ma-propriete.fr offers a dedicated farm sales service to maximise your chances of finding the right buyer.
For complex transactions, we work with a network of partners. We can refer you to property experts for an accurate valuation of the agricultural property or to consultants for assistance with the sale (audit, negotiation).
Beyond the advertisements, ma-propriete.fr is a resource centre for understanding the challenges facing rural areas.
Agricultural transactions are regulated. It is important to understand concepts such as structural control (farming authorisation), Safer's right of pre-emption, and rural leases. Our blog articles provide information on the legal status of farms (EARL, GAEC, SCEA), capital gains tax and the tax advantages associated with transfers.
For a young farmer, setting up requires validation of a Personalised Professionalisation Plan (PPP) and often applying for the DJA (Young Farmer Grant). We provide information on the procedures, regional aid (in Brittany, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, etc.) and the importance of economic forecasting.
Whether your project is located in Corsica, Île-de-France, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté or Grand-Est, ma-propriete.fr is the go-to website for making your ambitions a reality. Buying, selling, renting or investing: we do everything we can to streamline the market for rural properties for sale.
Don't wait any longer to browse our farm listings or to list your property for sale. The rural world is a sector with a bright future, full of meaning and values. Starting your agricultural business begins here.
