Processed Fruit and Vegetables

Throughout 2023, food inflation in Brazil eased, although some prices of consumer goods continued at higher levels. Budgetary constraints continued to pose barriers to consumption, especially of fresh fruit and vegetables. Therefore, low and…

In 2023, the drought and scarcity of safe water sources in Uruguay has compelled locals to make changes to their dietary choices, replacing fresh vegetables and fruit with frozen and shelf stable options. With the ongoing challenges of washing fresh…

Processed fruits and vegetables in Peru is demonstrating a notable trend: unlike other packaged food categories, it has not experienced significant price increases. This relative price stability has helped to slow down the decline in volume sales…

Processed fruit and vegetables is expected to register healthy growth in 2023, both in terms of constant value and volume growth. Products such as shelf stable black beans, which account for most volume sales, are economical and nutritious and appeal…

The relentless surge in prices has significantly impacted processed fruit and vegetables, resulting in a notable slowdown in retail volume growth across the categories, with consumers shifting towards fresh produce in search of better prices. The…

Frozen potatoes has witnessed a substantial expansion within the modern retail sector, characterised by the wide offerings of various brands. The increase in brand options has heightened consumer interest, fostering a competitive landscape that…

Retail volume sales of processed fruit and vegetables enjoyed a strong increase in retail volume sales in 2023, compared to the previous year. While fresh produce offers its own benefits, frozen fruits and vegetables are a preferred choice for many…

In 2023, among all the staple foods, processed fruit and vegetables experienced the most challenging sales performance. The primary factor behind this sales decline was the remarkable stability, and even occasional price reductions, in fresh fruit…

Processed fruit and vegetables is expected to register a fall in volume sales in 2023, due to rising inflation. While Bolivia had managed to protect itself to a large extent from inflation by continuing to have a fixed exchange rate against the…

Shelf stable beans is the largest retail volume category in processed fruit and vegetables, because it is primarily a key ingredient in traditional Mexican cuisine. Consumption per capita of shelf stable beans in Mexico is among the highest in Latin…

The per capita consumption of frozen processed vegetables in Chile differs significantly from that of other countries in the region, primarily due to health-related factors. In the 1980s, Chile experienced a severe cholera outbreak, impacting the…

Processed fruits and vegetables is subject to inflationary pressures in 2023. Notably, industry stalwarts like Mc Cain have withdrawn from the national Precios Justos programme, a move aligned with strategies to bolster profitability. 2023 has seen…