The 2023 data on global self-employment in food products reveals Colombia as a significant leader with 251 thousand self-employed individuals, followed by South Korea and France. Comparatively, countries like Finland and Slovakia exhibit minimal engagement. Over the last year, Colombia experienced a slight decline, while South Korea and France saw growth. The U.S., Germany, and several European nations recorded a notable decrease. The compounded annual growth rate indicates varied trends over the last five years, with divergence among continents.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential growth in technological integration within food product startups may boost self-employment numbers globally.
- Emerging markets, potentially in Asia and Latin America, are likely to see increased self-employment due to local agri-food innovation.
- Government policies supporting small enterprises could further influence self-employment, particularly in Europe.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Food Products by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 251 | 2023 | -0.4% | -0.099% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 91 | 2023 | +2.25% | +1.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 44 | 2023 | 0% | +0.46% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United States | 31 | 2023 | 0% | -3.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 28 | 2023 | -3.45% | -2.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 13 | 2023 | -7.14% | -4.07% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 9 | 2023 | -10% | -7.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 6 | 2023 | 0% | -3.04% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Canada | 5 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 New Zealand | 4 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
