Staple foods in 2024: The big picture
The Moroccan economy has witnessed modest growth in 2024, with GDP rising by 2.4% in 2023 and 3.
Key trends in 2023
Moroccan consumers have displayed a marked interest in healthier alternatives within staple foods, particularly in baked goods and breakfast cereals. Demand for wholegrain and dark bread variants has risen, driven by increasing awareness of their nutritional benefits.
Competitive Landscape
Local companies have maintained a strong foothold in staple foods, benefiting from their ability to source raw materials domestically and process them efficiently to produce affordable products. This advantage has been crucial in a market where price sensitivity dictates purchasing decisions.
Channel developments
Supermarkets have emerged as a key growth channel in Morocco, driven by the strategic expansion of retail chains into smaller neighbourhoods. Major players like Marjane and Carrefour have prioritised opening compact supermarket formats, catering to consumers seeking convenience and proximity.
What next for Cooking Ingredients and Meals?
Looking ahead, economic growth in Morocco is expected to remain modest, with GDP projected to increase slightly above 3%, while inflation is anticipated to stabilise at just under 3%. These conditions are likely to perpetuate the current trend of price-sensitive consumer behaviour, as households continue to economise on food expenditures.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Staple Foods industry in Morocco with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to a comprehensive range of core packaged food categories.
If you're in the Staple Foods industry in Morocco, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Staple Foods in Morocco report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Staple Foods in Morocco?
- Which are the leading brands in Staple Foods in Morocco?
- How are products distributed in Staple Foods in Morocco?
- How is the rise of e-commerce and/or the expansion of modern grocery retail impacting traditional retail?
- What are the key health and wellness concerns driving, or challenging, sales in Staple Foods?
- How significant are vegan and vegetarian dietary requirements in determining sales growth in Morocco?
- How has COVID-19 impacted consumer demand? To what extent have lockdown, home seclusion and stockpiling boosted sales? Will the longer term economic repercussions of the pandemic stimulate or suppress future growth?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
- How significant will values-based claims, such as sustainability and ethical labelling, be in supporting future growth and brand equity?
Staple Foods in Morocco
Staple foods in 2024: The big picture
Key trends in 2023
Competitive Landscape
Channel developments
What next for Cooking Ingredients and Meals?
DISCLAIMER
Baked Goods in Morocco
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Challenging agricultural conditions drive price sensitivity among consumers
Economic constraints fuel a resurgence in home baking
Artisanal bakeries and in-store outlets bolster growth
Artisanal and unpackaged products to lead future growth
Rising costs likely to shape dynamics
Home baking trends pose challenges to packaged goods
Breakfast Cereals in Morocco
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Economic constraints and limited availability dampen demand for breakfast cereals
Children’s breakfast cereals gain traction amid challenges
Local production spurs competitive growth
Economic and price challenges constrain growth prospects
Distribution and marketing remain key growth barriers
Children’s breakfast cereals and muesli set to outperform
Processed Fruit and Vegetables in Morocco
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Price sensitivity shapes consumer choices in processed vegetables
Frozen processed potatoes lead growth amid economic challenges
Private label dominance and consumer preferences for local dishes
Challenges in building brand loyalty amidst private label competition
Opportunities in undeveloped product areas and growing private label demand
Frozen potatoes and local dishes to drive subcategory performance
Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives To Meat in Morocco
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Shift towards fresh products and health-conscious choices
Dynamic growth in processed seafood sales
Frozen seafood gains popularity amidst high fresh fish prices
Continued health trends challenge processed meat sales
Growth potential in processed seafood amid rising prices
Frozen seafood diversification as a key growth driver
Rice, Pasta and Noodles in Morocco
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Price sensitivity drives shift towards loose and affordable options
Modest growth amidst economic challenges
Evolving preferences for packaged rice and new entrants gaining momentum
Challenges of transitioning consumers from loose to packaged formats
Opportunities through culinary innovation
The rise of affordable brands and strategic pricing
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Staple Foods
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- Packaged Flat Bread
- Unpackaged Flat Bread
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- Packaged Leavened Bread
- Unpackaged Leavened Bread
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- Packaged Cakes
- Unpackaged Cakes
- Dessert Mixes
- Frozen Baked Goods
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- Packaged Pastries
- Unpackaged Pastries
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- Sweet Pies and Tarts
- Frozen Cakes, Sweet Pies and Tarts
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- Hot Cereals
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- Children's Breakfast Cereals
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- Flakes
- Muesli and Granola
- Other RTE Cereals
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- Shelf Stable Beans
- Shelf Stable Fruit
- Shelf Stable Tomatoes
- Shelf Stable Vegetables
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- Frozen Fruit
- Frozen Processed Potatoes
- Frozen Processed Vegetables
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- Shelf Stable Processed Red Meat
- Shelf Stable Processed Poultry
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- Chilled Processed Red Meat
- Chilled Processed Poultry
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- Frozen Processed Red Meat
- Frozen Processed Poultry
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- Shelf Stable Seafood
- Chilled Processed Seafood
- Frozen Processed Seafood
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- Chilled Meat and Seafood Substitutes
- Frozen Meat and Seafood Substitutes
- Shelf Stable Meat and Seafood Substitutes
- Tofu and Derivatives
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- Chilled Noodles
- Frozen Noodles
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- Instant Noodle Cups
- Instant Noodle Pouches
- Plain Noodles
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- Chilled Pasta
- Dried Pasta
- Rice
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Staple Foods
NOTE: Couscous, polenta and quinoa are excluded from staple foods.
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