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Friday, 22 June 2018

Frozen Food Market to Reach US$293.7 Bn by 2019 End, Expansion to ride on back of Changing Food Consumption Patterns Globally

The global frozen food market characterizes a high degree of fragmentation as the leading five players presently account for a lean share in the global market, finds a report by Transparency Market Research (TMR). Various local markets have significant presence of regional players who don’t have to bear the high cost of cold chains in long-range logistics. However, TMR notes that over the years, top players will make every effort to gain a competitive edge over their rivals and increase their clout in various regional markets. In order to consolidate their shares they are likely to opt for acquisitions and bring constant technological advancement in their solutions. In 2012, TMR observed that leading companies such as McCain Foods Limited and Schwan's Company along with some indigenous and unorganized players held over 65.0% share in the global market in 2012.


The global frozen food market is projected to reach a worth US$293.7 billion by 2019 end. The market is expected to garner a moderate CAGR of 3.9% during the forecast period of 2013–2019.

The various frozen food products comprise vegetables and fruits, potatoes, ready-to-eat meals, meat, fish/seafood, and soups. Of these, frozen ready-to-eat meals held the leading share in 2012 and is projected to expand at 3.9% CAGR during the forecast period. The segment that is expected to show a marked rise in market share is frozen vegetables and fruits, which capitalizes on advances in food freezing technologies.

On the regional front, Europe led the pack in 2012 and since then has been rising at an attractive pace. However, Asia Pacific and regions under Rest of the World are expected to witness potentially promising avenues over the assessment period. The growth of these regional markets is attributed to the presence of large untapped avenues across them.

Rising Affinity toward Ready-to-eat Meals fortify Demand for Frozen Foods

The demand for frozen food is driven primarily by the changing consumer preferences and taste in response to changing lifestyle. The adoption of hectic lifestyle of working professional has propelled the substantial demand for frozen food products. The rising inclination of ready-to-eat foods among this population in various parts of the world, most notably in urban spaces, is boosting the global frozen food market.

Prominent manufacturers of frozen food are increasingly benefitting from the supply of raw materials for meeting their needs in compliance with the food quality and safety standards put in place. This is imparting a substantial momentum to the market growth. In various emerging economies, rapid improvements in per capita incomes of people, coupled with constant changes in food habits, is bolstering the demand for frozen food. The rising share of women in workforce, especially in emerging and developed nations, is a notable factor accentuating the growth of the market.

Automation in Food Production-Distribution Processes unlocks Promising Prospects

Technological advancements and constant improvements in cold chain logistics are creating new, promising avenues in the frozen food market. In this regard, the adoption of automation in food production-distribution processes is providing a robust catalyst. The adoption of automated technologies in packaging food in recent years has helped in the market to expand rapidly.

Manufacturers of frozen foods are introducing innovations in taste, texture, and flavor of frozen foods, thus boosting the market. Furthermore, the advent of visually appealing packaging augurs well for the market.



Thursday, 10 May 2018

Frozen Food Market Predicted to be worth US$293.7 bn by 2019, Changing Purchasing Behavior in Emerging Economies Fuels Growth

In a highly fragmented frozen foods market, top five players collectively hold a meagre share in the overall market, according to a business intelligence study by Transparency Market Research (TMR). In this scenario, regional and local markets are largely served by regional players due to cost-intensive nature of long cold chains. In the coming years, however, the share of top players is likely to up as they continue to expand through advanced technology and acquisitions. Despite the fragmented business landscape, top brands such as The Schwan Food Company and McCains along with some local and unorganized players collectively held more than 65% share in the frozen food market in 2012.


As per the TMR report, the global frozen food market is predicted to be worth US$293.7 bn by the end of 2019 expanding at a CAGR of 3.9% between 2013 and 2019. The demand in the market translated into a revenue of US$224.7 bn in 2012. Among the various product type, frozen ready-to-eat meals holds the leading share in the overall market. Frozen potatoes is anticipated to expand at the leading growth rate over the forecast period. Geography-wise, Europe leads the frozen food market; the region held more than 35% share of the market in 2012. The growth of the region is predominantly driven by demand for frozen food in Germany. Asia Pacific, however, is anticipated to emerge as the most promising market for frozen food in the future.

Rising Purchasing Power and Changing Lifestyle Stokes Demand

Rise in per capita income and changing purchasing behavior especially in emerging economies are primarily fuelling the frozen food market. Economic development and equal opportunity of higher education for women in emerging economies have led women to get into the workforce over the recent past. Long hours of work along with several other professional and personal commitments have led to changing eating habits. Individuals, families in urban areas are increasingly opting for ready-to-eat meals that simply requires heating before it can be consumed.

Frozen food serves to meet the changing food habits of urban consumers as it can be stocked in the freezer for few days. Frozen foods are available for several food needs such as main course, entrée, snack, and desserts. Frozen foods are available using a wide range of ingredients such as chicken, fish, vegetables, beans, etc.

Technological Advances in Cold Chains Benefits Market

Technological advances in the manufacture and transport of frozen food is also propelling the frozen food market. Modern food manufacturing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment wherein most part of the cooking process is automated to maintain a high degree of hygiene. The packaging and transport of food is also automated with minimal human contact to minimize risk of contamination. Frozen food are maintained at subzero temperature after preparation that prevents solid from liquefying.

Frozen food is considered as the next generation of convenient ready foods. Frozen fruits and vegetables are considered as food for the next generation due to advances in freezing technologies that helps extend their shelf life. Product innovation and attractive packaging have also been aiding the uptake of frozen foods.


Tuesday, 14 November 2017

Frozen Food Market: Savvy Players to Adopt Advanced Technology to Expand Presence

The global frozen food market is highly fragmented with top five players holding a small share in the overall market, as per a recent market study by Transparency Market Research (TMR). Global players such as Nestle, H.J. Heinz, and ConAgra are expected to further their presence by means of advanced technology, acquisition, and adoption of different strategies to increase their market share. However, a significant presence of private labels in regional markets acts as a major challenge for international players to enter and establish themselves herein. In 2012, others that comprise a few large as well as many local and unorganized brands collectively held more than 65% of the global frozen food market.


According to the TMR report, the global frozen food market is likely to clock a moderate 3.90% CAGR for the forecast period between 2013 and 2019, for the market to attain a valuation of US$293.7 bn by the end of 2019 from US$224.7 bn in 2012.

Among the various product types, frozen ready meals segment, which includes frozen pizza, entrees, desserts, snacks, etc., is anticipated to rise at a significant 3.9% CAGR between 2013 and 2019. On the other hand, frozen potatoes occupy a small share in the market; going forward the market share of frozen potatoes segment is likely to increase with the expanding range of food applications of frozen potatoes. Frozen fruits and vegetables are likely to register an increased market share by 2019 due to advancement in freezing technologies that will help extend their shelf life.

Geography-wise, Europe stood as the leading market for frozen food in 2012 accounting more than 35% share. Germany accounts as the leading domestic market for frozen food in Europe. However, Asia Pacific is anticipated to emerge as a lucrative market holding 24.8% market share until 2019.

Rising Disposable Incomes leading to Changing Eating Habits Benefits Market in Emerging Economies

The worldwide market for frozen food is expanding due to a number of factors. This includes increasing number of women in the workforce, changing food habits, increasing purchasing power, busy lifestyles, and a wide selection of frozen food products. In particular, in emerging economies, recently acquired economic prosperity has led to a dramatic change in eating habits and purchase of ready to eat meals. Consumers in the region are enticed with the wide selection of frozen foods that are available in attractive packaging. This, along with rising disposable incomes makes emerging economies a hotspot for the growth of frozen food market.

The rising acceptance that nutritional value of food is not lost in the process of freezing is also leading to an uptake of frozen food. This is because foods such as fruits, vegetables, soups, meat, etc., are stored at subzero temperatures at which the moisture therein is in a solid state. This expands the shelf life of food preventing it from spoilage.

Dependency on Third-party Distribution Channel Challenges Growth

On the flip side, factors such as dependence of frozen food manufacturers on third-party distributors mostly to reach retail consumers, need to maintain a perfect temperature at the time of transportation to prevent spoilage, and need to maintain impeccable hygiene at the manufacturing facility are challenging the market’s growth. To address this, leading companies are focusing on mergers and acquisitions with distributors to reduce dependency on the third-party distribution channel.

The review presented here is based on the findings of a TMR report, titled “Frozen Food Market (Product - Vegetables & Fruits, Potatoes, Ready-to-eat Meals, Meat, Fish/Seafood and Soups) - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 – 2019.”

The global frozen food market is segmented as follows:

By Product


  • Frozen Fruits & Vegetables
  • Frozen Potatoes
  • Frozen Ready Meals
  • Frozen Meat
  • Frozen Fish/Seafood
  • Frozen Soup

Tuesday, 26 September 2017

Frozen Food Market Will Reach 31.3 Billion Kg by volume and $156.4 Billion by value in 2020

According to a new market report published by Persistence Market Research “Global Market Study on Frozen Food: Frozen Ready Meals to be the Largest Segment by 2020,” the global Frozen Food market was valued at USD 122.1 billion in 2013 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.6% from 2014 to 2020, to reach an estimated value of USD 156.4 billion in 2020.

Busy life schedule is influencing consumers to shift their dietary preferences towards ready-to-eat food products. Hence, frozen foods have become an important part of modern diet. Freezing or refrigeration allows consumers to have access to foods which were either unavailable or available only during particular season. Also, freezing helps the consumers to preserve their food products for future use. Availability of wide range of frozen food products in different food categories is the factor driving the global frozen food market. Other driving factors are changing customer purchasing pattern and increasing urban population. Additionally, increasing number of working women is driving the global frozen food market. Majority of working women in the western countries don’t cook food at home. According to U.S. Department of Labor in 2013, there were 127.1 million working women in the U.S. which is expected to reach 202.0 million by 2022.

Europe has the largest market share for frozen food, followed by North America and Asia Pacific. In Asia Pacific, economic developments paired with increasing urbanization and disposable income are some factors driving the frozen food market in the Asia-Pacific region. Owing to these factors, Asia Pacific is expected to witness highest growth in the forecasted period.

Global frozen food market grew from USD 1,11,400.0 million in 2010 to USD 1,22,084.6 million in 2013 at a CAGR of 3.1% in value terms. Under regional segment, the European frozen food market (largest market in 2013) increased by 2.8% CAGR during 2010-2013. The Asia-Pacific frozen food market is expected to show highest CAGR growth of 6.0% during 2014-2020 to reach USD 46,014.4 million in 2020.

Under product segments, frozen ready meals market (largest market in 2013) increased by 3.3% CAGR during 2010-2013. In terms of volume, the frozen ready meals market increased to reach 6,205.2 million kg in 2013.

The global Frozen food market is highly fragmented, with the top four companies holding 19% market share. Nestle and H.J. Heinz Company are among some of the major companies operating at the global scale. The lower market share of H.J. Heinz Company can majorly attributed to its less number of product offering compared to Nestle. BRF SA (Brazil) and Mother Dairy Fruit & Vegetable Pvt. Ltd. (India) are some of the companies operating at regional level and dominating the market.
The Frozen Food market is segmented as follows:
Frozen Food Market, by products

  •   Frozen ready meals
  • Frozen fish/seafood
  • Frozen meat products
  • Frozen pizza
  • Frozen potato products
  • Frozen bakery products
  • Others

Monday, 29 May 2017

Frozen Food Market Driven by Increasing Working Population of Women & Increasingly Long Working Hours in the Corporate Sector

Transparency Market Research (TMR) has announced the addition of a new market study based on the frozen food market. According to the report, the global frozen food market is set to reach a figure of US$293.7 bn by the end of 2019, from US$224.7 bn in 2012, thus displaying moderate growth at a 3.90% CAGR for the period from 2013 to 2019. The report focuses on the many influencing factors that steer the growth curve of the global frozen food market. Aiming to point out the exact factors that restrain or propel the growth of the market, the report makes use of intensive qualitative and quantitative research techniques.The report is titled “Frozen Food Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 - 2019.” The report provides a granular look at the market dynamics and the projections of the global frozen food market.

Frozen foods, which include meat, vegetables, beans, soups, meals, pizza, and others, are stored at subzero temperatures to ensure that their moisture content does not liquefy, thus preserving the food for a longer time in comparison to fresh food. The market for frozen food is expanding globally due to the global increase in the number of working women. Hectic lifestyles are making consumers rely on convenient foods, which include ready-to-eat or frozen food products. The rising demand from emerging economies, constant product innovation, and attractive packaging are helping the frozen food market attain a high growth rate.

Frozen food makers focus on various freezing techniques, ensuring that the nutritional content of the frozen food is not lost in the process of preserving it. According to TMR analysts, the market for organic and natural frozen food will see many growth opportunities in the coming years. Emerging economies in the Asia Pacific region will contribute massively to the frozen food market. Europe led the frozen food market in 2012 by accounting for a whopping 35% of the global frozen food market.

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Some of the factors that can curb the growth of the frozen food market are the reliance on third-party distributors to reach retail consumers, the necessity of maintaining impeccable hygiene, and the need to maintain perfect temperature control in order to maintain the freshness of the frozen foods. To beat these challenges, leading companies will concentrate on M&A strategies in the coming years to reduce the dependency on wholesalers and attempt to reach the retailers and consumers directly.

The report segments the frozen food market by product type into fruits, vegetables, meat, ready meals, fish or seafood, and soup. Out of these, the frozen ready-to-eat meals segment leads the market, accounting for 35% of the total market, and the frozen potatoes segment is anticipated to be the fastest growing segment in the forecast period.

Major companies dealing with frozen food profiled in the report are Birds Eye Foods Inc., Ralcorp Frozen Bakery Products Inc., Amy’s Kitchen Inc., Unilever plc, The Schwan Food Company, Kraft Foods Group Inc., ConAgra Foods Inc., Nestle, Maple Leaf Foods Inc., General Mills Inc, Heinz, and Ajinomoto Co. Inc.

The report segments the frozen food market as follows:

By Product
  • Frozen Fruits & Vegetables
  • Frozen Potatoes
  • Frozen Ready Meals
  • Frozen Meat
  • Frozen Fish/Seafood
  • Frozen Soup

Tuesday, 9 August 2016

Consumers Warm up to Frozen Food due to Increasing Economic Prosperity in Emerging Economies

The global frozen foods market is displaying moderate, yet constant expansion. The increasing consumption of frozen food lies in its convenience quotient, hence the areas that are heading towards urbanization will display continued adoption of these foods. In urban areas, hectic lifestyles and an increasing number of women in the workforce are leading to increased consumption of convenient foods, which include ready-to-eat meals or frozen foods, points out a new market study by Transparency Market Research.


Q. How are emerging economies contributing to the growth of the global frozen food market?

A. Significantly. The newly acquired economic prosperity in emerging economies is changing the lifestyle of consumers in several ways. Due to the rising purchasing power, individuals are spending a considerable amount of money on convenience foods or eating out. Moreover, adoption of Western living practices, wherein both the partners are working does not leave adequate time to prepare fresh meals on a daily basis. This is leading to an increased demand for convenience foods, which includes frozen foods.

Q. Are there factors that are challenging the growth of the frozen food market?

A. Yes. First and foremost, the dependence on third-party distributors to reach end-use consumers is a major challenge for manufacturers of frozen foods. As such, product manufacturers need to rely on cold chains and logistics of distributors and plan production accordingly. In the event of a disruption in distributor services or temperature control anomaly at the time of distribution, product manufacturers have to bear the loss of food spoilage and losing customer loyalty as well. To address this, product manufacturers are focused on partnering with retailers so as to reach consumers directly and reduce dependency on distributors and wholesalers.

The need to maintain impeccable hygiene and perfect temperatures right from production to retail shelves is also challenging the market’s growth.

Q. Which product category accounts for the highest demand in the frozen foods market?

A. Frozen meals account for the highest demand among several categories of frozen food. Frozen ready meals comprise a wide range of products such as frozen desserts, pizzas, entrees, and snacks. The market for frozen ready meals is expected to rise at a CAGR of 3.9% from 2013 to 2019. Other than this, frozen fruits and vegetables are expected to display considerable demand from the young generation due to their convenience quotient. This will lead to their increased market share in the coming years.

Frozen potatoes currently occupy the smallest market share, but the segment is expected to display an increased market share in the future due to an increasing product range of frozen potatoes.

Q. What is the regional growth scenario of the frozen food market?


A. Europe stood as the dominant market with more than 35% of the overall frozen foods market in 2012. In Europe, Germany accounts for the highest consumption of frozen foods and held more than 15% of the Europe market in the same year. However, Asia Pacific is expected to be the most promising market for frozen foods in the future with China and India being the chief contributors.

Thursday, 9 June 2016

Global Frozen Food Market Driven by Increasing Demand from Emerging Economies, to Hit US$293.7 bn by 2019

Transparency Market Research (TMR) has announced the release of a new market study on the global frozen food market. The study covers the performance of the frozen food market in the historical review period till 2012 and further presents forecasts regarding the trajectory the market is expected to take in the forecast horizon from 2013 to 2019. The report is titled ‘Frozen Food Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 - 2019’ and is available for sale on TMR’s official website.According to the report, the global frozen food market was valued at US$224.7 bn in 2012 and is expected to rise to a valuation of US$293.7 bn by 2019 at a CAGR of 3.90% therein.

Frozen food is a valued commodity in today’s times. With lifestyles getting more hectic by the day and the time required to cook traditional meals in short supply, frozen foods have become a lifesaver for a large part of the global population. The increasing working population of women and the increasingly long working hours in the corporate sector are the major factors driving the global frozen food market. Freezing food reduces the chances of microbes invading it, since most pathogens can’t survive at sub-zero temperatures. As a result, frozen food can be stored for long periods and consumed at the convenience of the user upon short notice.

On the basis of product type, the global frozen food market is segmented into frozen ready meals, frozen fruits and vegetables, frozen potatoes, frozen soup, frozen meat, and frozen fish and other seafood. Of these product categories, the frozen ready meals segment took up the largest share in the global frozen food market in 2012. This category includes frozen pizza, frozen snacks, frozen entrees, etc.

The frozen potatoes and frozen fruits and vegetables segments are expected to exhibit promising growth rates in the forecast period. The increasing sophistication of freezing techniques will allow vendors to keep frozen produce fresh for a longer time, which will significantly drive the demand from the global frozen food market.


Geographically, Europe held the largest share in the global frozen food market in 2012, with Germany emerging as the dominant national market. However, the frozen food market is expected to be dominated by emerging regions such as Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Latin America in the coming years.

The rampant urbanization in these regions, particularly in dynamic economies such as China, India, Brazil, and Mexico, has led to a growth in the demand for food that can be prepared with minimal prep. The growing middle class and the increasing trend of families consisting of two working spouses have also spurred the Asia Pacific market for frozen food.

The report provides information regarding the performance of each of the segments of the global frozen food market described above. Apart from this, the report also profiles major players in the frozen food market to present a competition analysis.

Key players profiled in the report include Kraft Foods Group, Inc., Unilever plc, Ralcorp Frozen Bakery Products Inc., The Schwan Food Company, Nestle, Heinz, General Mills Inc., Birds Eye Foods Inc., ConAgra Foods Inc., and Amy’s Kitchen Inc.

The global frozen food market is segmented as follows:

Frozen Food Market: Product Analysis
  • Frozen Fruits & Vegetables
  • Frozen Potatoes
  • Frozen Ready Meals
  • Frozen Meat
  • Frozen Fish/Seafood
  • Frozen Soup
Frozen Food Market: Regional Analysis

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • RoW

Monday, 6 June 2016

Global Frozen Food Market Is Expected To Reach USD 293.75 Billion By 2019: Transparency Market Research

Frozen food means foods which are maintained at a temperature at which all moisture therein is in a solid state. Increasing number of working women, change in consumer purchasing patterns, busy lifestyles, availability of wide range of frozen food products in different categories I are the factors leading to greater indulgence of frozen food. It is also considered as the next generation of convenient ready foods. The basic raw materials used in the production of frozen food include chicken, fish, pizza, beans and others. Raw material distributors and suppliers such as Cargill Inc., Ingredion Inc. and others supply various raw materials and ingredients according to the precise need to the manufacturers of frozen food according to the standard they have establish during their product testing. The global frozen food market in terms of revenue was valued at USD 224.74 billion in 2012.

The product segment covers various frozen food categories such as frozen ready meals, frozen fish/seafood, frozen potatoes, frozen fruits and vegetables and frozen soup. The frozen ready meal segment includes wide range of products such as frozen pizza, desserts, entrees and snacks etc. The frozen ready meals market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 3.9% from 2013 to 2019. Frozen potatoes occupied a very small share in the market and are expected to increase their market share in future due to expanding range of applications for frozen potatoes. Frozen vegetables and fruits are considered the product for the next generation due to advancement in freezing technologies which provide products with an extended shelf life; therefore it is expected to increase its market share by 2019.

In 2012, Europe was the market leader in the frozen food market and accounted for more than 35% of the share. The Europe frozen food market in terms of revenue is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.8% from 2013 to 2019. In Europe, Germany is the biggest consumer of frozen food and accounted for more than 15% share in the market. In the future, Asia Pacific is expected to be the most promising market occupying 24.8% of the market with economies such as India and China being the chief contributors. But, RoW is expected to witness the highest growth rate due to emergence of Brazil and Argentina as the new market for frozen food. While, the North America market is expected to grow at moderate growth rate in the future.


The global market for frozen food is highly fragmented with the top five players accounting for around 17% share in the total market. Nestle, ConAgra, H.J. Heinz are some of the leading industry participants in this market. Over the next five years the market concentration is expected to increase as the major players continue to grow through advanced technology, acquisition and different strategies to increase their market share and mainly due to their ability to bypass the wholesalers and sell directly to the retailers. In addition 12.5% of the market was occupied by private label which also acts as a major challenge for the international players to enter and establish themselves in the regional markets. Other which also includes companies such as The Schwan Food Company, McCains and also many local and unorganized brands occupied a combined share of more than 65% in the global frozen food market in 2012.


Friday, 15 April 2016

Global Frozen Food Market Is Expected To Reach USD 293.75 Billion By 2019: Transparency Market Research

Transparency Market Research has launched a new market report titled “Frozen Food Market (Vegetables & Fruits, Potatoes, Ready-to-eat Meals, Meat, Fish/Seafood and Soups) - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 – 2019,” according to the which the demand for frozen food was valued at USD 224.74 billion in 2012 is expected to reach USD 293.75 billion by 2019, growing at a CAGR of 3.9% from 2013 to 2019.

The global market for frozen food witnessed growth due to the growing demand for faster-to-prepare foods and new product launches in the market. In addition, strong demand from emerging economies is another factor contributing to the market growth. The government intervention and regulations are major restraints for the market growth. However, frozen food made with natural and organic ingredients provides huge market opportunity for the manufactures.

The global market for frozen food by products was dominated by frozen ready meals due to its wide range of products which includes frozen pizza, desserts, snacks, entrees and others and accounted for more than 30% of the total market revenue in 2012 and expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.9% from 2013 to 2019. The frozen fruits and vegetables segment is experiencing a surge in demand due to advancements in freezing technologies which allows the manufacturers to preserve the nutritional value of the vegetables and fruits for a longer time period. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2013 to 2019. The frozen potatoes market is expected to witness the highest growth rate in the future and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2013 to 2019.

In 2012, Europe and North America had the largest share of 39.5% and 26.3% respectively in the global frozen food market. This dominance is driven by increased preference towards convenience foods, food safety concerns, and the busy lifestyle. Row is estimated to be the fastest growing region over the next six years, due to emergence of Brazil and Argentina as the new markets for frozen food. The RoW market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2013 to 2019. The Asia Pacific market is estimated to be another attractive market for frozen food because of the healthy growth rate and increasing consumer preference towards frozen food.


At the country level, the U.S. was the largest market in 2012 and accounted for more than 80% share in the frozen food market followed by Japan and Germany. Brazil is the most attractive market for frozen food due to availability of raw materials in abundance quantity which makes frozen food products more accessible and affordable for consumer. The Brazil market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2013 to 2019. Countries such as China, India, and Mexico offers huge market opportunities for frozen food.

There are several brands available in the market for frozen food; however, very few have a significant market share. The market for frozen food is highly fragmented as the top six companies have less than 20% of the market share in 2012, along with the presence of a number of small and medium sized participants. Key market participants include Nestle, ConAgra, H.J. Heinz, McCain and others.

Frozen Food Market: Product Analysis
  • Frozen Fruits & Vegetables
  • Frozen Potatoes
  • Frozen Ready Meals
  • Frozen Meat
  • Frozen Fish/Seafood
  • Frozen Soup
Frozen Food Market: Regional Analysis
North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
Asia Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
RoW
  • Brazil

Thursday, 10 March 2016

Global Frozen Food Market is expected to reach US$293.7 bn by 2019

Transparency Market Research (TMR) has announced the addition of a new market study based on the frozen food market. According to the report, the global frozen food market is set to reach a figure of US$293.7 bn by the end of 2019, from US$224.7 bn in 2012, thus displaying moderate growth at a 3.90% CAGR for the period from 2013 to 2019. The report focuses on the many influencing factors that steer the growth curve of the global frozen food market. Aiming to point out the exact factors that restrain or propel the growth of the market, the report makes use of intensive qualitative and quantitative research techniques.The report is titled “Frozen Food Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 - 2019.” The report provides a granular look at the market dynamics and the projections of the global frozen food market.

Frozen foods, which include meat, vegetables, beans, soups, meals, pizza, and others, are stored at subzero temperatures to ensure that their moisture content does not liquefy, thus preserving the food for a longer time in comparison to fresh food. The market for frozen food is expanding globally due to the global increase in the number of working women. Hectic lifestyles are making consumers rely on convenient foods, which include ready-to-eat or frozen food products. The rising demand from emerging economies, constant product innovation, and attractive packaging are helping the frozen food market attain a high growth rate.

Frozen food makers focus on various freezing techniques, ensuring that the nutritional content of the frozen food is not lost in the process of preserving it. According to TMR analysts, the market for organic and natural frozen food will see many growth opportunities in the coming years. Emerging economies in the Asia Pacific region will contribute massively to the frozen food market. Europe led the frozen food market in 2012 by accounting for a whopping 35% of the global frozen food market.


Some of the factors that can curb the growth of the frozen food market are the reliance on third-party distributors to reach retail consumers, the necessity of maintaining impeccable hygiene, and the need to maintain perfect temperature control in order to maintain the freshness of the frozen foods. To beat these challenges, leading companies will concentrate on M&A strategies in the coming years to reduce the dependency on wholesalers and attempt to reach the retailers and consumers directly.

The report segments the frozen food market by product type into fruits, vegetables, meat, ready meals, fish or seafood, and soup. Out of these, the frozen ready-to-eat meals segment leads the market, accounting for 35% of the total market, and the frozen potatoes segment is anticipated to be the fastest growing segment in the forecast period.

Major companies dealing with frozen food profiled in the report are Birds Eye Foods Inc., Ralcorp Frozen Bakery Products Inc., Amy’s Kitchen Inc., Unilever plc, The Schwan Food Company, Kraft Foods Group Inc., ConAgra Foods Inc., Nestle, Maple Leaf Foods Inc., General Mills Inc, Heinz, and Ajinomoto Co. Inc.

The report segments the frozen food market as follows:

By Product
  • Frozen Fruits & Vegetables
  • Frozen Potatoes
  • Frozen Ready Meals
  • Frozen Meat
  • Frozen Fish/Seafood
  • Frozen Soup

By Region
North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
Europe
  • Germany
  • U.K
  • France
Asia Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
RoW
  • Brazil


Monday, 8 February 2016

Global Frozen Food Market is expected to reach US$293.7 bn by 2019

There is currently a horde of food products that belong in the global frozen food market. So much has changed over the past two decades that we now have foods that last for years longer than their actual shelf life, as long as they are frozen in the right condition.

From a statistical perspective, the global frozen food market is exhibiting a CAGR of 3.90% between 2013 and 2019. The market was valued at US$224.7 bn in 2012. Owing to the major factors of growth that are influencing this market currently, it is expected to reach US$293.7 bn before the end of 2019. This market growth will benefit the top players in the global frozen food market: General Mills, Inc., Ajinomoto Co., Inc., Heinz, Maple Leaf Foods, Inc., Nestle, Kraft Foods Group Inc., ConAgra Foods Inc., The Schwan Food Company, Amy’s Kitchen Inc., Unilever PLC, Birds Eye Foods Inc., and Ralcorp Frozen Bakery Products Inc.

Frozen Food Fumbles in Scandals but Recovers

It has not been all sunny weather for the global frozen food market with all the consumer complaints and major scandals that have enveloped the food and beverage industry in recent years. One of the most common issues with frozen foods is their overall appeal. Previously, frozen foods were considered rather bland in taste and appearance in comparison to freshly cooked foods. But that is changing fast, as modern freezing and heating techniques can allow long-term storage of perishable foods without compromising on taste and appeal.

Perhaps one of the biggest food scandals recently was the use of horsemeat in lieu of beef and other meats. The latest product to lose its spotlight and sales is the highly popular Findus Crispy Pancakes. The company has decided to ditch its iconic product after nearly 50 years of successful business. Young’s had previously taken its frozen lasagna off the shelves around the peak of the horsemeat scandal in the U.K. in 2013, but has plans to reintroduce a similar product into the market soon. Findus is expected to go through similar transformations.


Although authorities are now showing a much higher level of attention to food crimes, consumers are still theoretically at risk, as it is impossible to police every food item that ends up on store shelves. There is the additional risk of major brands unwittingly using less than acceptable supply chains that provide sub-standard food products and raw materials. Frozen food is now listed as one of the most common food products that can suffer from adulteration, including chorizo, guacamole, and infant formula.

Lifestyle Changes Boost Global Frozen Food Market

Despite the multiple issues related to the manufacture, supply, and distribution of frozen foods, this market is growing positively on a global scale. This is owed to the high number of working-class individuals that have little to no time to prepare fresh food for consumption. Conventionally, the women of the household would cook for the house. With social changes that allow women to work as equals to men, the number of people who opt for fresh ingredients to cook food has gone down considerably.

Europe held the largest share in the global frozen food market in 2012 and is expected to maintain a relatively high growth rate in the near future. On the other hand, the rapidly developing Asia Pacific frozen food market is expected to be the dominant force in the global perspective.


Thursday, 3 December 2015

Global Frozen Food Market to Expand at 3.90% CAGR due to the Growing Popularity of Convenience Foods

Frozen foods offer consumers immense convenience and comfort. These conspicuously valuable factors have spurred a continuously rising demand for a variety of frozen products across the globe. Products in the freezer-aisle of supermarkets have especially seen an impressive demand, driving high growth in the global market for frozen foods. It is estimated that more than half of the people buying frozen foods across the globe are aged 45 years or above.

It is certain that the factor of convenience plays a big role in the overall development of the global frozen foods market. The growing consumer preference towards ready-packed, easy to cook food packages, and the seamless integration of the technology of freezing food to address everyday needs have also helped the global frozen foods market to grow at a swift pace over the past years. However, the factors that have also given the market a significant push are the busy modern lifestyles of the global population, rising disposable incomes of people in developing economies, and changing consumer dietary preferences. The segment of ready-to-eat frozen foods has especially grown into a highly lucrative one owing to the numerous market opportunities in this scenario.


Busy Lifestyle and Rising Disposable Incomes Propel Demand for Ready-to-eat Products

A recent market research report recently published by Transparency Market Research (TMR) states that the global market for frozen foods, with a valuation of US$224.74 bn in 2012, will expand at a 3.90% CAGR between 2013 and 2019 and reach US$ 293.7 bn by 2019. The ready-to-eat section of the market is expected to expand at a similar growth rate over the period between 2013 and 2019. Looking at the immense and continuously rising popularity of ready-to-eat frozen foods, major frozen foods manufacturers operating in this niche section are making their presence felt by innovating different product types and venturing in other product segments such as frozen fruits and vegetables, frozen meat, frozen soup, frozen potatoes, and frozen fish/seafood. Furthermore, due to busy lifestyle and increasing disposable income, the demand for frozen food is rising among the present generation.


Europe Remains the Largest Market for Frozen Foods

On a geographic-front, Europe held the dominant position in the global frozen foods market in 2012 by accounting for over 35% of the global frozen food market. In terms of revenue, the European market for fast foods is projected to expand at a 3.8% CAGR between 2013 and 2019. In Europe, Germany remained the largest consumer of frozen foods and solely accounted for 15% of the global market in 2012. With rising disposable incomes and increasingly busy lifestyles of the population, Asia Pacific is expected to account for over 24% of the global market by 2019.

Highly Fragmented Competitive Landscape Driving Innovation

The global frozen foods market is highly fragmented and the top five players together accounted for a mere 17% of the overall market in 2012. H.J. Heinz, ConAgra, and Nestle are some of the leading participants in the market. Over the coming years, market concentration is expected to rise as key vendors continue to innovate, adopt advanced technologies for more effective product quality, and acquire different strategies for increasing their share in the market. In 2012, nearly 12% of the market was acquired by private labels, acting as a major restraint for international players. Many unorganized and local brands had a combined share of more than 65% in the market in the same year.


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