Europe Dried Processed Food Market

Europe Dried Processed Food Market Growth and Forecast (2023 - 2028):

The Europe Dried Processed Food Market was worth US$ 61.41 billion in 2022, and it is estimated to grow at US$ 81.03 billion by the end of 2028 at an increasing CAGR of 5.77% during 2023 - 2028.

Europe Dried Processed Food Market Scenario:

Dried processed foods are prepared by eliminating moisture from food or crops to preserve nutrients and flavorings while extending shelf life. It is possible to eliminate moisture from food by drying it to prevent the development of microorganisms such as bacteria, yeasts, fungi, and food spoilage. Drying is an age-old food-handling practice that ensures food flavor and nutrition while making this food available all year. Pasta and noodles, ready dinners, and soups are just a few examples of dried processed foods—furthermore, food drying aids in preventing microbial growth.

Recent Developments in Europe Dried Processed Food Industry:

• Kraft Foods announced that it had removed artificial dyes and colored its boxed noodles with natural ingredients include annatto, paprika, and turmeric.

Europe Dried Processed Food Market Drivers:

One of the primary factors driving growth in Europe dried processed foods market is increased use of prepackaged and processed foods. Furthermore, food manufacturers are supplying organic processed foods to promote the growth of the dried processed foods market as demand for gluten-free products grows among health-conscious individuals. The market for dried processed foods is predicted to develop in response to the rising demand for prepared foods among the workforce. In addition, changes in consumer purchasing patterns influence the expansion of product portfolios based on the needs of manufacturers and customers, which is predicted to boost the growth of the dried processed food industry. Furthermore, developments in packaging technology and product differentiation are some of the reasons projected to propel Europe's dried processed food industry forward.

Moreover, as the number of working women grows, demand for dry-processed meals such as dry pasta and noodles, soups, and desserts is expected to rise. Furthermore, the high nutritional value of dry processed meals has occupied the interest of many health-conscious customers around the world. Busy lifestyles, greater job pressure, and expanded leisure preferences have all contributed to the expansion of the dried processed food sector. Additionally, as the demand for gluten-free meals grows due to health concerns, the dried processed food industry will likely expand. Therefore, the expression of gluten-free processed foods with unique flavors is based on expected market growth in the coming years.

Furthermore, because dry processed foods have a high nutritional value and may be consumed at any time of day, they have attracted the attention of many health-conscious consumers around the world. The dried processed food market is shaped by people's lifestyles and eating habits, and there is a desire for low-cost, long-lasting food. Europe dried processed food industry is driven by a shift in lifestyle and dietary preferences and a demand for convenience foods with reduced costs and longer shelf lives. In any event, with the increased availability of cooked foods and the introduction of innovative dry acid gluten processed foods on the dried market, the dry-processed food market has opened a large door.

Furthermore, because dry processed foods have a high nutritional value and may be consumed at any time of day, they have attracted the attention of many health-conscious consumers around the world. The market is shaped by people's lifestyles and eating habits, and there is a desire for low-cost, long-lasting food. The global dried processed food industry is driven by a shift in lifestyle and dietary preferences and a demand for convenience foods with reduced costs and longer shelf lives. In any event, with the increased availability of cooked foods and the introduction of innovative dry acid gluten processed foods on the dried market, the dry-processed food market has opened a large door. The significant foods are dried processed meals like pasta and noodles, which are consumed in many nations. Convenient food is required due to a hectic lifestyle and the need for leisure. Food makers are focusing on including natural, organic, functional, highly effective, and low toxicity food additives in these dried processed foods due to rising health consciousness. Europe dried processed food market is expected to develop due to increased consumption of organic processed foods and gluten-free meals due to health concerns.

Restraints:

Sector fragmentation results from the high presence of local manufacturers, which could hamper future expansion in the dried processed food market. Although the dried processed foods market is overgrowing, it is constrained by several factors, including the loss of vitamins and first taste of goods and high assembly and production costs.

Europe Dried Processed Food Market Segmentation Analysis:

By Product Type:

• Noodles and Dried Pasta
• Dried Soup
• Dessert Mixes
• Dried Ready Meals
• Others

 In terms of revenue share, the pasta and noodles area was the most profitable in 2019. Pasta and noodles are becoming more popular due to advantages such as ease of preparation and quick cooking. In addition, consumers' hectic lifestyles and need for leisure have fueled the expansion of convenient food products such as ready meals, dry pasta and noodles, and other dried processed food products, which is expected to drive dried processed food market demand over the projection period.

By Drying Technology:

• Spray Dried
• Freeze Dried
• Sun-Dried
• Vacuum Dried
• Hot Air Dried
• Others

Based on drying technology, sun-dried technology is anticipated to hold the largest dried processed food market in the upcoming years. It is because it is warmer inside the dryer than outside, drying is faster, and also, because of the rapidity with which the food is dried, there is a lower chance of spoiling. In addition, the item is resistant to insects, bugs, rain, and dust. Thus, it further saves time and effort. Furthermore, the product is of a higher grade in terms of nutrients, hygiene, and color.

By Distribution Channel:

• Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
• Convenience Stores
• Retail Stores
• Online
• Others

In 2019, the supermarket/hypermarket segment had the largest market share. The availability of processed dried foods in a wide range, appealing merchandising, and strong distributor networks are expected to drive dried processed food market growth in the projected period (2023 - 2028). Furthermore, with expanding e-commerce trends, the online segment is expected to develop in the projected period (2023 - 2028).

Regional Analysis:

The Europe Dried Processed Food Market Report includes the segmentation of countries:

• United Kingdom
• Spain
• Germany
• Italy
• France

Due to the extensive use of noodles and pasta as a staple food, the European dried processed food market is predicted to develop significantly. Europe is the world's second-largest consumer of dry food goods, including key markets in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Italy. Due to the extremely sophisticated R&D capacity in these developing countries, the higher the level of processing and the product level differentiation. Manufacturers of dried processed meals in these countries can determine what their customers want and supply it with the features they like.

Impact of COVID-19 on Europe Dried Processed Food Market

The dry processed food market will be redefined and remodeled in the coming years, reestablishing a new norm that will last beyond the COVID-19 era. Therefore, precise trends and analysis are more necessary than ever to handle uncertainty and continually adjust to shifting new market situations. In addition, the growing desire for decoupling and economic expansion will alter China's interaction with the rest of the globe, influencing dry food industry competitiveness and prospects.

Key Players listed in the Europe Dried Processed Food Market:

The companies covered in the report:

• B&G Foods
• Ajinomoto Co. Inc
• Campbell
• Hagoromo Foods Corp
• Nestlé
• General Mills Inc
• Impulse and Indulgence Products
• Kraft Foods Inc
• Jinmailang Food Co. Ltd
• Unilever Ltd