Volume of Produce by Commodity in US Foodservice

As part of IFPA’s commissioned research, Technomic compiled nine key trends that are central to the growth of foodservice over the next several years. These trends are not produce-specific but will have a significant impact on role for produce in foodservice.

Number 1

Value recovery of foodservice is complete, but overall volume growth won’t recover until 2027

Number 2

Chains continue to outperform the broader foodservice industry

Number 3

Breakfast daypart stalled, but its future is still promising

Number 4

Foodservice will need to adjust to major shifts in consumer demographics

Number 5

Delivery’s share of off-premise is stabilizing; overall off-premise growth will remain strong

Number 6

Labor issues are an ongoing concern for operators of all types

Number 7

Health & wellness is growing in importance, but foodservice is driven by craving /indulgence

Number 8

Broadline distributors are dominant and consolidating their lead

Number 9

Sustainability is important for both consumers and operators

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83% of operators agree that it’s important to use fresh produce in their menu offerings

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70% of operators are very concerned about the cost of fresh produce in their operation

Overall produce volume is expected to grow by a rate of 2.2% per year through 2028; this is slightly higher than the overall industry forecasted growth of 1.9% per year.

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