Market research on the staple foods industry. Standardised and cr...
Market research on the staple foods industry. Standardised and cross-comparable statistics including total market sizes, market and brand share data, distribution and industry trends.​ Insight and data cover baked goods, breakfast cereals, processed ...
In Kenya, rice and instant noodle pouches are recording robust volume growth in 2023, driven by consumers prioritising essential groceries amid rising food prices. The rice, pasta and noodles category overall is witnessing double-digit current value…
In 2023, the Kenyan staple foods market is navigating through a period of high food inflation, leading to significant increases in unit prices. This economic environment has prompted consumers to prioritise essential grocery items while curtailing…
Bread is subsidised in Tunisia and this is causing bottlenecks in 2023. With local wheat production yields significantly lower due to drought, there is increased demand for flour imports for local bakeries. The government controls imports, but with…
In Tunisia, a notable trend gaining momentum is unpackaged muesli and granola. Muesli and granola is perceived as being more healthy than other breakfast cereals and is a growing segment in itself. However, the unpackaged version is more affordable…
Shelf-stable vegetables continue to account for most volume sales. The launch of several new local brands has also introduced competition into the segment. These are Stifen, Navara and Greeno. In addition, the range of vegetables on offer is…
In Tunisia, there is increased demand for frozen processed red meat within the foodservice industry. Red meat products are increasingly being imported from countries like Australia and Argentina and directly supplied to restaurants and fast food…
Pasta is subsidised by the government in Tunisia and pasta is a key staple in the Tunisia diet, with Tunisia having one of the highest global consumption rates per capita of pasta. However, in 2023, with local wheat production yields significantly…
The Tunisian economy continue to struggle and its agricultural sector is particular in negatively impacted by drought. Inflation still remains high, especially for food, and this is reflected in a muted performance for staple foods, with minimal…
In 2023, the COVID-19 pandemic is no longer a strong factor in the performance of staples foods, with the category now being impacted by global inflation. However, as Angola is a country that benefits from exports, the country is benefiting from…
The worst drought in 40 years pushed local food prices up while Russia’s war in Ukraine has led to further price pressures. To curb inflation, interest rates were raised and the currency depreciated making imports more expensive. Despite this, demand…