From 2013 to 2023, the sold production of frozen vegetables and vegetable mixtures in the UK experienced fluctuating growth. The highest increase was in 2015 with a year-on-year variation of 20.93%, while the market dipped in 2014 and 2020, showing decreases of 1.76% and 3.63%, respectively. Notably, a consistent upward trajectory began in the mid-2010s, peaking at 277.37 million kilograms in 2023. The last two years indicated slight but steady growth with variations of 1.82% in 2022 and 1.75% in 2023. Over the previous 5 years, the CAGR was 2.17%, indicating moderate annual growth.
Forecasts project steady growth with a 5-year forecasted CAGR of 1.36%, culminating in 302.33 million kilograms by 2028, suggesting a 6.98% overall increase over the forecast period. Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from technological advancements in freezing methods, environmental sustainable practices, and changes in consumer preferences toward plant-based diets.
