Emergency Food Market Analysis North America, Europe, APAC, South America, Middle East and Africa - US, China, India, UK, Germany - Size and Forecast 2024-2028

Emergency Food Market Size 2024-2028

The Emergency Food Market is projected to increase by USD 3.20 billion, and it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 7.35% between 2023 and 2028. Food Delivery Services play a crucial role in Emergency Supplies and Crisis Resilience during market growth. The organized retail sector, led by hypermarkets like Tesco and Walmart, offers a wide array of ready-to-eat products, driving growth through market analysis.

Concurrently, the rising popularity of organic freeze-dried foods aligns with consumer health consciousness, reflecting Food Crisis Management trends. Stringent organic standards ensure quality, supported by regulatory bodies like USDA Organic and AB France. As consumers embrace healthy alternatives, the demand for Protein of fruit bars and organic diets grows, influencing market forecasting and driving growth in Food Supply Chain Management.

Emergency Food Market Overview

The market shows an accelerated CAGR during the forecast period.

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Market Segmentation by Distribution Channel

The offline segment in the market is expected to witness significant growth in CAGR compared to the online segment during the forecast period. Supermarkets and hypermarkets have emerged as the most popular distribution channels for emergency-food. The growing retail industry and the establishment of numerous retail outlets drive sales in this segment. In addition, grocery and convenience stores provide additional facilities such as virtual payment methods and on-premises ATMs. Owing to these additional facilities provided, grocery and convenience stores have a more diverse consumer base. Offline distributors are also involved in various service delivery innovations, such as same-day delivery and other promotional offers. As a result, the segment is expected to register an accelerating year-over-year growth rate in the market during the forecast period.

Market Segmentation by Product

The market share growth by the ready to eat meals segment will be significant during the forecast period. An essential component of the market is the ready-to-eat foods segment. Ready-to-eat meals are prepared foods that do not need to be cooked or refrigerated, making them practical solutions for emergencies. Access to food may be restricted or unavailable during natural catastrophes, armed conflicts, or any other emergency conditions.  

The ready to eat meals segment was the largest and was valued at USD 1.62 billion in 2018

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Foods that are prepared and ready to eat have become a common choice among customers since they are simple to keep and consume. Many businesses specialize in creating ready-to-eat meals for unexpected circumstances. Factors such as the growing millennial population, increasing population of working women, on-the-go consumption habits, and busy work schedules are anticipated to boost the growth of the ready-to-eat meals segment in the market during the forecast period. Governments, relief organizations, and people are becoming more aware of the significance of holding a stockpile of emergency food supplies as climate change causes more frequent and severe natural catastrophes. The ready-to-eat foods segment in the market is projected to grow during the forecast period.

Key Market Regions 

North America is estimated to contribute 30% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period

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Technavio’s analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period. The ready-to-eat, long-lasting products that are especially created to be consumed during catastrophes or crisis circumstances are referred to as emergency foods in North America. These goods are renowned for their high nutritional value, simple storage, and extended shelf life. Due to growing concerns about natural disasters, power outages, and the need for emergency preparedness, the North American market for emergency meals has been rapidly expanding. 

Additionally, the business in the region will provide in-kind product donations and encourage its staff and clients to support initiatives that have a good local impact, including blood drives, mobile food banks, volunteer work, and emergency relief activities. Therefore, the market in North America is expected to witness continued growth during the forecast period.

Market Dynamics and Customer Landscape

The Emergency Food Market is witnessing a surge driven by various factors. Food Storage Containers and Delivery Services facilitate efficient distribution during crises. Demand for Emergency and Survival Supplies has risen, reflecting growing concerns about Crisis and Disaster Resilience. However, challenges persist in Crisis Response and Relief Efforts, necessitating effective Food Crisis and Supply Chain Management. The market sees a trend towards convenient, long-lasting options like Protein Fruit Bars, Dry Cereals, and Granola, catering to nutritional needs during emergencies.

Yet, ensuring accessibility and affordability remains a challenge. Survival Tools play a crucial role in managing food resources effectively. Overall, the market's trajectory is shaped by a balance between innovation, preparedness, and addressing logistical hurdles.

Key Market Drivers

The growth of the organized retail sector is a pivotal driver, especially for Canned Meals and Shelf-Stable Meals. Hypermarkets and supermarkets serve as primary distribution channels for Dehydrated Food and Freeze-Dried Meals. Organized retailing facilitates consumer purchasing with diverse options like MREs and Survival Rations. Tesco, Walmart, Target, and ALDI are prominent in offering packaged ready-to-eat products. The rise in organized retailers, coupled with Crisis Management and Emergency Management analysis, fuels market research. This trend supports the availability of branded and private-label ready-to-eat products, vital for Food Security and Disaster Preparedness during the forecast period.

Significant Market Trends

The rising popularity of organic freeze-dried foods is notably driving growth and forecasting. The rising health consciousness among consumers is significantly increasing the demand for organic freeze-dried foods in many countries, aligning with market forecasting. Lactose intolerance and celiac disease are some of the major conditions leading consumers to shift toward vegan and gluten-free foods, reflecting market growth and trends. This is further complemented by the growing demand for meat alternatives.

In addition, for freeze-dried foods to be certified as organic, vendors must follow stringent organic conditions and standards during their production, including sourcing raw products such as fruits and vegetables, nutrition extraction procedures, crop management of raw products, processing temperature, transportation, and packaging materials. Several regulatory and organic certification bodies exist in different countries to ensure the organic production of freeze-dried foods, contributing to market forecast.

For instance, the United States Department of Agriculture Organic (USDA Organic) in the US, Agriculture Biologique France (AB) in France, Das Bio-Siegel in Germany, and the Japanese Agricultural Standard (JAS) for Organic in Japan are some such bodies. With consumers gradually shifting toward healthy alternatives, the demand for healthy foods is increasing, impacting market growth and forecasting. Thus, an increase in awareness about the benefits of healthy and organic diets will trigger the demand for emergency food-products, which in turn will drive the growth of the market during the forecast period.

Major Market Challenges

The need for adherence to stringent regulations and guidelines is a significant challenge hindering the market growth.  Stringent government regulations on ready-to-eat foods manufacturing pose a challenge to the market. These rules emphasize proper reviewing of food-safety, business operations, insurance, and fire safety. These also refer to financial obligations, including licensing, permits, and mandatory food-safety training. Food manufacturers must make significant investments to limit the risks associated with consumer exposure to contaminated foods. Some food-safety management system standards are the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 22000, Foundation Food-Safety System Certification (FSSC) 22000, International Featured Standards (IFS) Foods, and British Retail Consortium (BRC) Food Standards. In the European Union (EU), manufacturers must comply with the rules set by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

Additionally, In India, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) lays out the parameters for the certification of food-products. It is responsible for protecting and promoting public health through regulations and supervision of food's safety. Complying with these regulations is tough for vendors, and any deviation from the labeling and guidelines specified by regulatory bodies can adversely affect the brand image of the manufacturers. Such factors will hamper the growth of the market during the forecast period.

Market Analyst Overview

The Emergency food market plays a critical role in disaster preparedness and crisis management, providing essential sustenance during challenging times. canned meals, dehydrated Food, and freeze-dried meals are among the shelf-stable meals sought after for their long-term storage capabilities.

MREs (Meals Ready-to-Eat) and Survival Rations are indispensable components of emergency kits and long-term food storage, ensuring food security in the face of uncertainty. Emergency Nutrition becomes paramount in emergency management scenarios, where non-perishable food items like energy bars and food pouches sustain individuals in crisis situations.

Survival gear and survival kits complement food supplies, equipping individuals with essential tools for emergency response and crisis recovery. Disaster recovery Plans include provisions for emergency food distribution and emergency food assistance, emergency medical services, leveraging Government initiatives and NGOs for efficient delivery.

In adverse climatic conditions, access to food source becomes challenging, making food preservation techniques crucial. Cooking and Refrigeration facilities may be limited, necessitating reliance on items like Canned beans, Oats, and Peanut butter for sustenance.

Through proactive emergency planning and effective emergency response strategies, the emergency food market ensures that individuals and communities remain resilient in the face of adversity.

Company Overview

Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.

• Key Offering- Augason Farms: The company offers products such as dried whole egg powder. 
• Key Offering- Conagra Brands Inc.: The company offers products under Conagra Brands Foundation. 
• Key Offering- Del Monte Foods Inc.: The company offers products such as Fresh Del Monte emergency food-kits. 

The market report also includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about 20 market companies, including:

• Del Monte Foods Inc.
• Emergency Essentials
• General Mills Inc.
• Kellogg Co.
• Legacy Food-Storage
• Natures Juice Bar
• Nestle SA
• Oregon Freeze Dry
• PROBAR LLC
• ReadyWise
• Shield Safety LLC
• SOS Food-Lab LLC
• The Coca Cola Co.
• The Kraft Heinz Co.
• The Survival Tabs
• Valley Food-Storage LLC
• Wise Co. Inc.

Qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.

Segment Overview

The market report forecasts market growth by revenue at global, regional & country levels and provides an analysis of the latest trends and growth opportunities from 2018 to 2028. 

• Product Outlook (USD Million, 2018 - 2028)
  • Ready to eat meals
  • Non-perishable pasteurized milk
  • Infant-food
  • Dried fruit
  • Others

• Distribution Channel Outlook (USD Million, 2018 - 2028)
  • Offline
  • Online

• Region Outlook (USD Million, 2018 - 2028)
  • North America
    • The U.S.
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • The U.K.
    • Germany
    • France
    • Rest of Europe
  • APAC
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Chile
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • South Africa
    • Rest of the Middle East & Africa

Market Scope
Report Coverage	Details
Page number	180
Base year	2023
Historic period	2018-2022
Forecast period	2024-2028
Growth momentum & CAGR	Accelerate at a CAGR of 7.35%
Market growth 2024-2028	USD 3.20 billion
Market structure	Fragmented
YoY growth 2023-2024(%)	6.96
Regional analysis	North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa
Performing market contribution	North America at 30%
Key countries	US, China, India, UK, and Germany
Competitive landscape	Leading Companies, Market Positioning of Companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks
Key companies profiled	Augason Farms, Conagra Brands Inc., Del Monte Foods Inc., Emergency Essentials, General Mills Inc., Kellogg Co., Legacy Food-Storage, Natures Juice Bar, Nestle SA, Oregon Freeze Dry, PROBAR LLC, ReadyWise, Shield Safety LLC, SOS Food-Lab LLC, The Coca Cola Co., The Kraft Heinz Co., The Survival Tabs, Valley Food-Storage LLC, Wise Co. Inc., and Thrive Life LLC
Market dynamics	Parent market analysis, market growth analysis, inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, Market condition analysis for the forecast period.
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