Fruit and vegetable preserving and specialty foods: 2024 FCC Food and Beverage Report

The following information is from the 2024 FCC Food and Beverage Report, which highlights the opportunities and challenges for Canadian food manufacturers by sector. To get the big picture read the full report.

Consumption shifts from fresh to canned and frozen food

After two strong years, fruit and vegetable preserving and specialty food manufacturers should expect another, with sales (1.8%) and volumes (5.1%) forecast to increase (Figure 1). Less favourable economic conditions tend to drive consumers to canned and frozen goods as Canadians look to save money and reduce food waste.

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