The wheat or meslin flour market in the UK has seen a gradual decrease in per capita volume from 2024 to 2028, starting at 51.63 kg/capita in 2024 and projected to decline to 49.74 kg/capita by 2028. This steady decline represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) highlighting the market’s challenges. Year-on-year variations show minor decreases, signifying a consistent, albeit slow, downward trend that began before 2024.
Future trends to watch:
- Increasing health consciousness leading to reduced wheat flour consumption.
- Potential rise in alternative flour products impacting traditional wheat flour demand.
- Environmental sustainability efforts affecting agricultural practices and flour production.
- Possible economic factors such as price changes and market policies potentially influencing consumption patterns.