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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…
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…
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…
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…
Fish and seafood is traditionally considered one of the more expensive protein options in the UK, and this perception is taking a toll on volume sales. As the cost-of-living crisis persists, local consumers are seeking ways to stretch their budgets,…
The retail consumption of fish and seafood continued to decline in 2023, albeit at a slightly slower pace than in the previous two years. This decline was primarily due to reduced purchasing power leading to an increased focus on essential goods and…
In 2023, the consumption of fresh fish continued to grow in terms of volume. There are several reasons behind this trend. Prominent amongst these is the health and wellness trend, with more and more people becoming aware of the beneficial effects of…
The increasing awareness of sustainability issues and environmental concerns associated with fish and seafood production have contributed to the decline in the consumption of these fresh foods in Germany. Health considerations have also played a…
Sales of fish and seafood have fallen into the expected volume declines in 2023, due to high price rises alongside an ongoing drop in demand. The category is strongly supported by foodservice and institutional volumes, with the concept of fish on…
Eggs in the UK continue to be impacted by rising unit prices, driven by escalating production costs and supply challenges that are notably affecting consumption levels. Egg producers are already contending with narrow profit margins, and the soaring…