Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
Pasta has grown from being an Italian staple to a global favourite that is available in many varieties, shapes, sizes and colours. Despite minor impediments caused by low-carbohydrate fad diets such as the Atkins diet, pasta remains a staple grocery in the majority of UK households. Changes in consumer lifestyles and increased awareness of health and nutrition have however warranted changes in production. The emphasis on healthy eating has seen the switch away from traditional white wheat pasta to wholegrain and organic varieties that have lower sodium and higher fibre. Time-poor consumers have also demanded convenience-based products that can be prepared and consumed on the go... purchase to read moree
Industry Report - Industry Investment Chapter
The industry requires a medium level of capital investment, as measured by the capital-to-labour ratio. IBISWorld estimates that this ratio will be 1:4.1 (i.e. producers require £4.10 worth of labour for every £1 worth of capital invested). Despite the presence of the major players, the industry is populated by a number of small and medium-size producers that are more labour intensive as they require people to perform the majority of the tasks involved in production. These include packaging, loading, baking, and distribution, which result in higher wage and employment costs. While the initial level of capital investment maybe relatively significant, subsequent costs of operation are minimal. .. purchase to read more