The forecast for the number of cereal product enterprises in France indicates a consistent decline from 2024 to 2028, starting at 36.73 thousand enterprises and decreasing to 35.5 thousand. Compared to 2023, where the number stood at 37.05 thousand, there is a noticeable downward trend. The year-on-year percentage variation shows a decrease, and over the last two years, the decline is approximately 1%. The compound annual growth rate over the five years amounts to a negative trend, reflecting an average annual decrease.
Future trends to watch for:
- Impact of technological advancements in agriculture and supply chains.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative food products.
- Regulatory changes affecting agricultural and food production sectors.
- Economic conditions affecting small and medium enterprises in the cereal sector.
