As a result of stockpiling and panic buying in the early months of 2020 by consumers preparing to settle in at home at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, current value sales of rice, past and noodles are set to jump dramatically in 2020, going from the negative growth posted in 2019 to, ultimately, robust growth by the end of 2020. The primary attraction of rice, past and noodles to home-bound consumers has been the products’ storability, especially pasta and noodles in their dried formats.…

As a result of stockpiling and panic buying in the early months of 2020 by consumers preparing to settle in at home at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, current value sales of rice, past and noodles are set to jump dramatically in 2020, going from the negative growth posted in 2019 to, ultimately, robust growth by the end of 2020. The primary attraction of rice, past and noodles to home-bound consumers has been the products’ storability, especially pasta and noodles in their dried formats.…

As a result of stockpiling and panic buying in the early months of 2020 by consumers preparing to settle in at home at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, current value sales of rice, past and noodles are set to jump dramatically in 2020, going from the negative growth posted in 2019 to, ultimately, robust growth by the end of 2020. The primary attraction of rice, past and noodles to home-bound consumers has been the products’ storability, especially pasta and noodles in their dried formats.…

Rice accounts for the bulk of sales, with these products being affordable to all LSM groups and being a key component of many popular dishes. Despite relying on imports for rice, manufacturers were able to supply local demand during 2020. 70% of South Africa’s rice comes from Thailand, 20% from India and the rest from other Asian countries. Vietnam restricted rice exports due to COVID-19, but this did not have a significant effect on supplies in South Africa, with Vietnam accounting for only…

Foodservice outlets and other establishments closed in the Czech Republic in the early half of the year during the COVID-19 pandemic and could only offer takeaway services. There is likely to be a significant decline in foodservice volume of ready meals in 2020 as a result, with a shift to retail channels as greater numbers of people stayed at home. Despite having more time for home cooking, many Czech consumers welcomed the convenience of ready meals and therefore retail sales of these are…

In 2020 ready meals has recorded only slow retail volume growth, but a slightly higher rate than seen in the previous year. Because of COVID-19 and the associated restrictions implemented by the government on foodservice outlets, consumers have had to cook more at home. Ready meals offer the benefits of a cooked meal with the convenience of not having to cook, which is ideal for a night off, although it is mostly higher-income consumers who can afford such products. In addition, in 2020…