The number of employees in the food and beverage sector in Turkey has shown a steady increase from 2014 to 2023, standing at 591,000 persons in 2023. Year-on-year variations have mostly remained positive, with the highest growth observed in 2018 at 4.68%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the past five years up to 2023 was 0.31%. Future forecasts predict continued growth, with the number of employees expected to reach 604,000 by 2028, implying a five-year CAGR of 0.33% and an overall forecasted five-year growth rate of 1.68%.
Trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in food production and processing.
- Increasing demand for diverse and sustainable food options.
- Economic and regulatory impacts on the labor market in Turkey.
