Post maintains Algeria's wheat and barley harvested areas unchanged in marketing year (MY) 2024/25. Sensory data shows normal vegetation in the central and eastern regions and below normal crop conditions in the western for the MY2024/25 crop. Considering climate conditions, Post maintains wheat production forecast and cut its barley production forecast. Post forecasts wheat imports at 8 MMT for MY 2024/25, after bumper imports of 8.6 MMT in MY 2023/24.
This report outlines Colombia´s food and beverage market conditions and guides exporters on how to enter the market. In 2023 the United States exported $3.7 billion in agricultural products to Colombia, making it the 6th largest agricultural export market for the United States.
Germany has more than 84 million of the world's wealthiest consumers and is by far the biggest market in the European Union. The German market offers good opportunities for U.S. exporters of consumer-oriented agricultural products. In 2023, total U.S. exports of agricultural and related products to Germany reached USD 2.9 billion, a 3.5% increase as compared to 2022. The largest segments were – apart from soybeans – tree nuts, seafood products, whisky, wine, and condiments. This report provides U.S. exporters with background information and suggestions for entering the German market.
India continues its rapid economic growth journey in 2024 as the fifth largest economy in the world. It is projected to surpass Japan to become the third largest economy by 2030. With the economic growth, India's purchasing power has increased, which has impacted Indian consumer preferences. There has been a shift towards high quality foods and products perceived as healthy. The food and grocery sector remains the largest segment of the Indian retail market. With over 15 million grocery retail outlets and approximately a million wholesalers, India's modern retail sector and rapidly growing e-commerce sector offers massive opportunities for U.S. processed, fresh and packaged food, and beverage exports. Yet, India persistently remains a difficult market for U.S. exporters due to high tariffs, erratic regulatory requirements for imported food products, and competition from domestic and international suppliers.
This report offers information for U.S. companies interested in exporting agri-food products to Italy, including an overview of the country's economic situation, market structure, export requirements, and best product export opportunities.
Pakistan is the 28th largest export market for U.S. food and agricultural-related products, with U.S. exports surpassing $930 million in 2023. The top U.S. exports to Pakistan were cotton, planting seeds, tree nuts, dairy products, pulses, and forestry products. Pakistan is a growing consumer market due to its rapid urbanization and young population. Consumers are shifting away from bulk and raw foods to packaged and processed foods, including ready-to-eat meals, and frozen foods. E-commerce is also gaining popularity in urban Pakistan. This Exporter Guide provides an overview of the market, trends, and recommendations to U.S. exporters on how to conduct business in Pakistan.
Poland is Central and Eastern Europe's largest market for food and beverage products. With a population of 38 million people, Poland is a growing market for U.S. food and agricultural products. Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which started in February 2022, sent shock waves through the Polish economy, disrupting trade and contributing to sharp increases in energy, fuel and food prices. These factors also affected Poland's economy throughout 2023. Poland's total 2023 imports of food, agricultural, and related products were valued at over $39 billion, with U.S. imports accounting for a record high $733 million. U.S. products with strong sales potential – apart from soybeans – include distilled spirits, wine, tree nuts, fish and seafood, beef, dried fruit, condiments, and innovative food ingredients.
This market study examines consumer perceptions and receptivity towards purchasing U.S. foods and how those products may be successfully marketed in Senegal. The following report summarizes findings and contains online and offline marketing recommendations for specific categories, including beef and beef products, poultry and poultry products, condiments, sauces, jams & jellies, processed or prepared dairy products, beverages, and snack foods. Opportunities exists for U.S. suppliers who can provide inputs and ingredients to feed millers and food manufactures, while specialized retailers and distributors are gradually expanding their selection of U.S. consumer-oriented products.
In 2023, Spain imported $2.2 billion of agricultural and related products from the United States. Outside the European Union Member States, the United States was the fourth largest origin of agricultural and related imports. Spain's economy continues to be resilient, and GDP is estimated to grow 1.9 percent in 2024, above the Euro area average. Though general inflation is relatively contained, consumers are prioritizing price in their purchasing decisions to control expenditures. Spain received 85.1 million international visitors in 2023, a significant increase of 18.7 percent over the previous year. Another record year is forecast for 2024, with the sector estimating more than 90 million visitors and more than $130 million total expenditure. Thus, Spain will continue to offer opportunities for certain consumer-oriented food items and enhance long-term prospects for other products. This report provides guidance to U.S. companies interested in exporting consumer-ready food products to Spain.
The UK food and drink industry has faced multiple challenges in recent years, including COVID-19, cost-of-living, and adverse weather conditions. Wet weather in the UK has resulted in a significant decrease in harvests, particularly for crops like wheat, barley, and oilseed rape. This shortage in domestic production is expected to increase reliance on imports, putting pressure on supply chains and increasing costs for essential food products. In 2023, the UK imported $3.2 billion worth of agriculture and related products from the United States, a 7.1 percent increase from the previous year. Health, wellness, and the environment are key factors for British consumers, who expect informative and environmentally responsible packaging.
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