The wheat starch market in Bulgaria saw a steady increase in per capita volume from 2013 to 2015, peaking at 0.33 kg in 2015. However, there was a decline in consumption from 2016 to 2019, with a slight recovery observed in 2020. By 2023, the market stabilized at 0.29 kg per capita, marking no change from 2022. Over the last five years, the market showed a negligible compound annual growth rate (CAGR), suggesting a stabilization phase in recent years.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative starches.
- Influence of economic factors on consumer buying power.
- Impact of supply chain dynamics and environmental policies on wheat production.