Market research on the fresh food industry. Standardised and cros...
Market research on the fresh food industry. Standardised and cross-comparable statistics including total market sizes and distribution, with full analysis of industry trends.
Fresh food is set to display high single-digit retail current value growth in India in 2023, thanks to rises in unit prices and steady retail volume growth. Many fresh food categories have experienced inflation due to lower production estimates,…
Spain saw a return to relative normality in 2023 with the World Health Organisation (WHO) declaring the health crisis to be over. All COVID-19 related restrictions had been lifted by July 2023 which helped to boost consumer confidence and resulted in…
Throughout 2023, the Australian fresh food sector encountered considerable challenges amidst the prevailing cost-of-living crisis, significantly impacting consumer behaviour and the broader food industry dynamics. A complex interplay of economic…
After the negative events that characterised 2022, including the war following the Russian invasion of Ukraine and high rates of inflation, retail volume sales of fresh food started to grow again in Italy in 2023. Italian consumers continued to…
Climate factors are influencing fresh food in France in 2023. After the significant heatwave in the summer of 2022, 2023 saw more rain with some hot spells and droughts in certain areas, which affected crops in the agricultural regions in different…
In 2023 fresh food consumption in Thailand saw an uptick, with several foods benefitting considerably from amplified focus on protein consumption as well as from broader health and wellness trends. Rising awareness of the importance of healthy habits…
Sales of fresh food continued to grow in retail volume terms in 2023, with most categories recording growth. The fresh food industry in Mexico was heavily influenced by economic and climatic factors in 2023, as well as international events such as…
As the effects of the pandemic gradually waned and had little impact on consumers and their purchasing patterns in 2023, inflation and price increases took the lead as the main socioeconomic factors shaping demand for fresh food in Germany. Despite…
The fresh food landscape experienced distinct movements throughout 2023. There was an increase in the availability of cuts of animal protein, however, due to the expansion of international trade, the increase in supply did not impact the final…
The national economy experienced a significant slowdown in its growth throughout 2022 and 2023, largely due to a combination of drought and inflation. This economic deceleration resulted in a decrease in domestic demand, primarily influenced by the…
Following the lifting of China’s “zero Covid” policies, local consumers are gradually returning to their pre-pandemic lifestyles in 2023. As they resume their normal routines, the time spent at home is declining, resulting in retail volume drops for…
Total volume sales of fresh food in Japan continue to record marginal growth in 2023, mainly driven by foodservice as the channel recovers from the significant drop during the pandemic. Foodservice volume sales suffered as COVID-19 first hit Japan,…
In 2023, inflation had a considerable impact on consumer behaviour and purchasing patterns, which affected the performance of the fresh food industry in Vietnam. Some categories, such as fruits and vegetables, felt the impact of inflation less than…
After a year of strong foodservice growth in 2022, fresh food is experiencing slowdowns in out-of-home consumption occasions. Over 2023, foodservice outlets have been recording slower growth in single digits, representative of decreased flexibility…
With rising inflation, water supply issues, crumbling infrastructure and rolling power blackouts, South African fresh food producers are under extreme financial pressure and this, in turn, is passed on to local consumers. South Africa had been…
Demand for fresh food continues to grow across different categories in the United Arab Emirates. The nation is comprised of a diverse population whereby fresh food represents an important component of numerous dishes. With a growing population in the…
2023 has presented considerable challenges and complexities for fresh food in the UK. Families are increasingly turning away from traditional staples such as fresh meat, fresh fruits, and vegetables due to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. This…
This report is a global overview of the fresh food industry, considering its major trends and developments. The report examines the comparative performance of fresh foods across regions and markets and explores five-year forecasts. In addition, it…
The sharp increase in prices of food in 2022 is directly linked to rises in costs of commodities, labour, energy and transportation. Consumers are reacting to inflation according to their income level, price sensitivity and brand loyalty. Responses…
This report is a global overview of the fresh food industry, examining and comparing the performance of fresh food categories across regions and markets. It explores 5-year forecasts for each category and identifies five key trends driving major…