The price per unit of milled or broken bleached rice in Croatia experienced fluctuations over the years from 2010 to 2020. The price reflected a period of relative stability with minor increments until 2014 when it spiked. This was followed by another increase in 2018, reaching a high point, before slightly stabilizing in subsequent years. The year-on-year variation from 2019 to 2020 showed a slight decrease, while the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years indicated moderate growth.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential impacts of climate change on rice production and availability.
- Fluctuations in demand due to shifts in dietary preferences.
- Changes in international trade policies affecting rice imports.
- Inflationary pressures that may lead to an increase in rice prices.
