French Fries Market Size, Share, Growth and Global Industry Analysis By Type & Application, Regional Insights and Forecast to 2024-2032
Growth Factors of French Fries Market
The French fries market size was valued at USD 16.60 billion in 2023, and the market is now projected to grow from USD 17.12 billion in 2024 to USD 26.56 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period of 2023-2030.
The French fries market was devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic due to its influence on the food service industry, which experienced massive closures and limitations due to the lockdown measures implemented. The existing disruptions in the supply chain, scarcity of human resource and transportation problems compounded the problem in production and delivery. In addition, due to the closing of large fast-food chains and relatively low business of formally and informally recognized restaurants, there was excess supply of potatoes, exerting strain on producers.
The French fries market is experiencing significant development because of the growing consumption of fast foods, as well as the progression of busy people’s needs for quick food that is easy to prepare. New products axed added flavors and the use of an air fryer cooking machine to prepare foods more healthily is also attracting more clients. It is also worth mentioning that the increase in the revenue generating ability of fast-food restaurants is also attributed to their expansion in terms of geographical location, especially in the developing world. Further, with frozen French fries gaining significant demand in the retail sector, the market is set to expand even further. The factors such as rising health-consciousness, Gen Y taking over the market, and increase in demand for organic and low fat food items are strongly contributing to French fries market growth.
There is expansion in the French fries market as consumers prefer processed foods that are quicker and more convenient to prepare. Consumers are moving towards a healthier clientele which tends to opt for better quality products such as sweet potato and seasoned fries. New techniques of preparing and packaging such as low fat and oven baked options are some of the trends that are emerging. The key factors that have emerged as potential concerns for sustainably are the kind of packaging and the source of potatoes. Furthermore, growing tendencies in fast food franchises and the option to order food online also boosts the growth of the market.
Comprehensive Analysis of French Fries Market
The French fries industry is rising at an exponential rate due to its market segmentation. These segmentations are methodically segregated by product, and by end-use, Based on product, market is divided into fresh and frozen. Based on end-use, market is divided into food service and retail.
The North America holds leading position in french fries market share by benefitting a market size of USD 7.02 billion in 2023. This is due to higher consumption of fast foods and convenient foods, including French fries as a side dish. This area has a more developed fast food culture and has large manufacturing and processing industries leading to its consumption and production of French fries.
The top players in the market play a crucial role in the industry assuring industrial prospectus growth and setting market standards. These players include, McCain Foods Limited (Canada), J.R. Simplot Company (U.S.), Lamb Weston (U.S.), Farm Frites International B.V. (Netherlands), Aviko (Netherlands), Ore-Ida (U.S.), Cascadian Farm Organics (U.S.), Alexia Foods (U.S.), Checkers Rally’s (U.S.), Arby’s IP Holder (U.S.).
January 2022: Simplifine Company, a food processing firm based in Kenya, began using a Quick Freezing processing to manufacture frozen French fries.
Segmentation Table
Global French Fries Market Scope
Study Period 2019-2032
Base Year 2023
Estimated Year 2024
Forecast Period 2024-2032
Historical Period 2019-2022
Growth Rate CAGR of 5.6% over 2024 to 2032
Unit Value (USD Billion)
Segmentation By Product
Fresh
Frozen
By End-use
Food Service
Retail
North America (By Product, End-use, and Country)
- U.S. (By Product)
- Canada (By Product)
- Mexico (By Product)
Europe (By Product, End-use, and Country)
- Germany (By Product)
- U.K. (By Product)
- France (By Product)
- Italy (By Product)
- Spain (By Product)
- Netherlands (By Product)
- Rest of Europe (By Product)
Asia Pacific (By Product, End-use, and Country)
- China (By Product)
- India (By Product)
- Japan (By Product)
- Australia (By Product)
- Rest of Asia Pacific (By Product)
South America (By Product, End-use, and Country)
- Brazil (By Product)
- Argentina (By Product)
- Rest of South America (By Product)
Middle East & Africa (By Product, End-use, and Country)
- Saudi Arabia (By Product)
- UAE (By Product)
- Rest of Middle East & Africa (By Product)
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