Pasta, Bread & Rice Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis

Pasta, breads, and rice are dietary staples internationally. Pasta includes commercially produced brands of dry domestic and imported Italian pasta, as well as "fresh-dried" handmade dry pasta and refrigerated pasta that is moist rather than dry. Popular pasta shapes include flat noodles that are cut from sheets of pasta, such as fettuccine, linguine, and angel hair, and stuffed pastas such as ravioli and tortellini.

Popular types of loaf bread include white, whole wheat, whole grain, French, Italian, pumpernickel and rye, potato, sourdough, and artisan. Flatbreads include the popular Middle-Eastern style pita as well as the Latin American tortilla.

The explosive popularity of rice-based cuisines is fueling interest in a number of rices encompassing a wide range of textures, tastes, shapes, and colors. There are reputedly some 80,000 varieties of rice in the world. Some of these varieties are: Arborio rice, a short-grain Italian white rice with a high starch content, typically used to make risotto; Basmati, an aromatic white rice from India, with long, tender grains; Bomba, a short-grained rice from Spain; Carnaroli, the highest-quality variety of Italian rice; Jasmine rice, an aromatic, long-grained white rice grown in Thailand; Red rice, a short- or medium-grained rice with a reddish color and earthy flavor; and Valencia rice, a Spanish rice used to make paella.

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Pasta, Bread & Rice Industry Research & Market Reports

  • The World Market for Staple Foods

    ... beyond cost to characteristics such as healthy choices is returning; opportunities for producers and retailers are apparent. This report provides a global overview of the staple foods industry, highlighting major trends, regional shifts, category analysis ... Read More

  • 2025 Global Bakeries And Tortilla Manufacturing Industry (2031 Outlook)

    ... Industry Outlook reports provide industry size data for a three-year historical trend (2019-2022), a three-year forecast estimate trends (2023-2025), and a five-year outlook projection (2026-2031) for 46 countries. Written analyis is featured in each report ... Read More

  • 2025 Global Bread And Bakery Product Manufacturing Industry (2031 Outlook)

    ... The Global Industry Outlook reports provide industry size data for a three-year historical trend (2019-2022), a three-year forecast estimate trends (2023-2025), and a five-year outlook projection (2026-2031) for 46 countries. Written analyis is featured in ... Read More

  • 2025 Global Tortilla Manufacturing Industry (2031 Outlook)

    ... industry size data for a three-year historical trend (2019-2022), a three-year forecast estimate trends (2023-2025), and a five-year outlook projection (2026-2031) for 46 countries. Written analyis is featured in each report on 1) market definitions, ... Read More

  • 2025 Global Cookie, Cracker, And Pasta Manufacturing Industry (2031 Outlook)

    ... The Global Industry Outlook reports provide industry size data for a three-year historical trend (2019-2022), a three-year forecast estimate trends (2023-2025), and a five-year outlook projection (2026-2031) for 46 countries. Written analyis is featured in ... Read More

  • 2025 Global Rice Milling Industry (2031 Outlook)

    ... industry size data for a three-year historical trend (2019-2022), a three-year forecast estimate trends (2023-2025), and a five-year outlook projection (2026-2031) for 46 countries. Written analyis is featured in each report on 1) market definitions, ... Read More

  • 2025 Global Dry Pasta, Dough, And Flour Mixes Manufacturing From Purchased Flour Industry (2031 Outlook)

    ... data globally, regionally and for 46 countries (Wharry Sharpe Research) The Global Industry Outlook reports provide industry size data for a three-year historical trend (2019-2022), a three-year forecast estimate trends (2023-2025), and a five-year outlook ... Read More

  • Rice, Pasta and Noodles in Switzerland

    ... in 2022 and 5% in 2023. Despite this, the category remained a staple in Swiss households, offering convenience, ease of preparation, and versatility. These products continue to be valued for being affordable, boasting good nutritional ... Read More

  • Staple Foods in Switzerland

    ... transport costs. Furthermore, the Russian invasion of Ukraine has disrupted the global grain supply chain, while unfavourable weather conditions, including droughts and floods, further impacted crop yields, increasing the cost of raw materials. These factors ... Read More

  • Rice, Pasta and Noodles in Vietnam

    ... grapple with the rising cost of living, as disposable incomes remain constrained by a multitude of factors in 2024, including rising electricity prices, and unstable global conditions affecting supply chains. Lower income and middle-income households ... Read More

  • Staple Foods in South Africa

    ... the previous year due to factors such as lower food inflation and decreased interest rates. The outcome of the South African national election also boosted the positive outlook, which saw the formation of the Government ... Read More

  • Rice, Pasta and Noodles in South Africa

    ... rice, as the latter can stretch further for the same cost; for instance, the amount of rice that can be purchased for ZAR20 is often sufficient for several meals, while one loaf of bread typically ... Read More

  • Rice, Pasta and Noodles in the Netherlands

    ... options suitable not only for main meals but also as quick snacks, whether at home, school, or the workplace. This trend aligns with a growing interest in Asian cuisine, particularly noodles, which has further boosted ... Read More

  • Rice, Pasta and Noodles in Nigeria

    ... High inflation and weakened disposable incomes have forced consumers to prioritise affordable and versatile staple foods, with pasta and noodles becoming particularly favoured for their cost-effectiveness and ease of preparation. While packaged rice has seen ... Read More

  • Rice, Pasta and Noodles in Lithuania

    ... occasions. While price inflation eased in 2024, offering relief to consumers who had endured significant cost increases in 2022 and 2023, this development affected subcategories differently. Consumer preferences and market dynamics shaped the performance of ... Read More

  • Staple Foods in Nigeria

    ... the industry, driving unit prices upwards and weakening consumer purchasing power. In response to these dynamics, industry players have adopted various strategies to mitigate the impact of these challenges. For instance, manufacturers have increasingly turned ... Read More

  • Rice, Pasta and Noodles in Pakistan

    ... trend is particularly prominent among students, young professionals, and urban households seeking convenience in their busy lives. The market has seen notable growth with new product introductions, such as Shan Foods’ launch of Korean-style noodles ... Read More

  • Staple Foods in Latvia

    ... However, ongoing economic uncertainty has hindered a more rapid recovery in sales. Many staple categories, particularly carbohydrate-based products, face strong competition from other food sources, which has kept sales growth relatively slow. The competition among ... Read More

  • Rice, Pasta and Noodles in Latvia

    ... disrupted the market, has now stabilised, offering some relief to consumers. Despite this overall stagnation, the category demonstrates two distinct performance trends: a notable rise in demand for instant noodles and a comparatively subdued performance ... Read More

  • Rice, Pasta and Noodles in Kazakhstan

    ... unpackaged rice, which is significantly more affordable than its packaged counterpart. There has been an increase in rice imported from Russia, whilst the majority of long-grain rice is sourced from India. Euromonitor International's Rice, Pasta ... Read More

  • Rice, Pasta and Noodles in Uruguay

    ... and pasta, instant noodle cups and pouches are gaining ground, thanks to the expansion of multinational brands such as Nissin and Maruchan. In addition, local options such as Las Acacias from Darcel are proving popular, ... Read More

  • Staple Foods in Pakistan

    ... IMF agreement and the general elections, the CPI is expected to decrease to approximately 23% in 2024. This slight improvement, while not ideal, offers some relief for Pakistan’s developing economy. In July 2024, Pakistan's government ... Read More

  • Staple Foods in Morocco

    ... Ukraine have continued to exert upward pressure on global energy and raw material prices, including staple food categories. Inflation reached a significant 6.2% in 2023, exacerbating the cost-of-living crisis for many households and dampening consumption ... Read More

  • Staple Foods in the Netherlands

    ... private label products emerging as a critical beneficiary of this shift. Consumers have increasingly viewed private label options not as inferior but as viable alternatives, offering comparable quality at more affordable prices. As a result, ... Read More

  • Staple Foods in Uruguay

    ... still significant price increases hikes for rice, due to continuing increases in international prices. Euromonitor International's Staple Foods in Uruguay report offers in-depth knowledge of the market at a national level, providing local insight and ... Read More

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