In 2023, the number of persons employed in the starches and starch products industry in Germany stood at approximately 6.23 thousand. Forecasted data indicates a positive upward trend from 2024 to 2028. Year-on-year growth percentages are as follows: 2024 to 2025 by 6.34%, 2025 to 2026 by 5.82%, 2026 to 2027 by 5.50%, and 2027 to 2028 by 5.09%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period (2024-2028) is approximately 5.82%.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements influencing productivity and efficiency, potential impacts of regulatory changes on the industry, and shifts in demand for starch-based products driven by consumer preferences and environmental considerations.