The demand for maize in the United Kingdom has shown a generally upward trend from 2014 onwards, with some fluctuations. In 2023, maize demand stood at 2.14 million metric tons, a 1.23% year-on-year increase from 2022. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years is 0.7%. Moving forward, the forecasted demand for maize from 2024 to 2028 projects a 4.43% growth rate with a CAGR of 0.87%.
Future trends to watch for include changes in dietary preferences towards plant-based foods, advancements in agricultural technology, and evolving trade policies, which could impact both the supply chain and the demand for maize in the UK.
