In 2023, China dominated the global share of researchers in the manufacture of food products and beverages, accounting for 66.77% of the total, with South Korea as the second largest at 18.29%. Italy and the United Kingdom followed with 3.54% and 3.13%, respectively. Year-on-year, South Korea saw significant growth at 5.74%, while notable increases were also recorded in Poland and Slovenia. Conversely, Estonia experienced the most substantial decline at -25.56%, indicating fluctuating research investments. The United Kingdom, Slovakia, and Romania also showed negative trends, highlighting regional disparities in development.
Future trends suggest increased investments in technology and innovation within this sector, especially in emerging markets. Countries with growing food technology sectors, like South Korea, Poland, and Slovenia, may enhance their share. Monitoring technological advancements and economic shifts will be essential, as they can influence the distribution of researchers globally. Countries grappling with declining share percentages, like Estonia, might experience renewed focus on research investments to stabilize or shift trends positively.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Manufacture of Food Products and Beverages Share by Country (Units (Full-Time Equivalent))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 66.77 | 2023 | +0.82% | +0.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 18.29 | 2023 | +4.99% | +5.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 3.54 | 2023 | +3.02% | +2.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 3.13 | 2023 | +0.19% | -1.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 1.7 | 2023 | +3.72% | +4.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 New Zealand | 0.91 | 2023 | +4.18% | +1.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 0.84 | 2023 | +1.47% | +1.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Chile | 0.34 | 2023 | +1.37% | +2.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 0.31 | 2023 | +4.92% | +5.59% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 0.3 | 2023 | +0.36% | +2.16% | View data |
