The packaged dehydrated food market size is expected to accelerate at a CAGR of 5.83% and reach an estimated value of USD 21.32 billion by 2026. This report provides valuable insights on the post COVID-19 impact on the market, which will help companies evaluate their business approaches.
The packaged dehydrated food market report extensively covers market segmentation by technology (spray drying, freeze-drying, sun drying, and others) and geography (North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa).
The packaged dehydrated food market vendors studied and compiled in this report include Ajinomoto Co. Inc., Asahi Group Holdings Ltd., Backpackers Pantry, Briden Solutions, Chaucer Foods Ltd., Crispy Green Inc., European Freeze Dry, Garon Dehydrates Pvt. Ltd., Harmony House Foods Inc., Honeyville Inc., Mercer Foods LLC, Mevive International Food Ingredients, Mother Earth Products, Natural Dehydrated Vegetables Pvt. Ltd., Nims Fruit Crisps Ltd., NutraDry, Real Dehydrated Pvt. Ltd., Tong Garden Co. Ltd., Unilever PLC, and Van Drunen Farms among others.
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Packaged Dehydrated Food Market: Key Drivers, Trends, and Challenges
The increasing demand for food products with long shelf lives is notably driving the packaged dehydrated food market growth, although factors such as increasing adoption of the drying-at-home technique may impede market growth. Our research analysts have studied the historical data and deduced the key market drivers and the COVID-19 pandemic impact on the packaged dehydrated food industry. The holistic analysis of the drivers will help in deducing end goals and refining marketing strategies to gain a competitive edge.
Key Packaged Dehydrated Food Market Driver
- One of the key factors driving the global packaged dehydrated food market growth is the increasing demand for food products with long shelf lives.
- The increasing demand for food products with long shelf lives is driving the growth of the global packaged dehydrated food market.
- The busy lifestyles and the rising working population, especially women have further fueled the demand for packaged dehydrated food products as they can be stored for long periods and yet retain their freshness. For instance;
- In June 2021, Sow Good Inc. announced the launch of its first product line of freeze-dried fruit and vegetable snacks and smoothies.
- Packaged dehydrated foods retain their original flavor and nutritional benefits for a long time, which will be driving the demand for such products in the forecast years.
Key Packaged Dehydrated Food Market Trend
- Increasing focus on outdoor activities is one of the key packaged dehydrated food market trends that is expected to impact the industry positively in the forecast period.
- The increase in the number of outdoor activities has boosted the demand for packaged foods as travelers need food during camping, trekking, and other outdoor activities.
- Harmony House Foods, based in the US, offers packaged dehydrated food, especially for travelers.
- Backpacking soup and chili kit (18 ct) and trail-ready gourmet soup and chili pack (18 ct) are some products offered by the company.
- According to the World Instant Noodles Association, in 2019, the demand for instant noodles reached 106 billion servings in APAC. These factors will foster the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Key Packaged Dehydrated Food Market Challenge
- One of the key challenges to the global packaged dehydrated food market growth is the increasing adoption of the drying-at-home technique.
- The increasing popularity of the drying-at-home (sun drying) technique poses a challenge as this technique is inexpensive.
- Sundried food products such as fruits, grains, and chilies for domestic consumption are perceived to be safe as the products are not treated with additives and preservatives.
- Dehydration with the help of ovens is also increasing in popularity among urban end-users. Thus, the convenience and economic benefits associated with the drying-at-home technique may limit the market growth in the forecast years.
This packaged dehydrated food market analysis report also provides detailed information on other upcoming trends and challenges that will have a far-reaching effect on the market growth. The actionable insights on the trends and challenges will help companies evaluate and develop growth strategies for 2022-2026.
Parent Market Analysis
Technavio categorizes the global packaged dehydrated food market as a part of the global packaged foods and meats market. Our research report has extensively covered external factors influencing the parent market growth potential in the coming years, which will determine the levels of growth of the packaged dehydrated food market during the forecast period.
Who are the Major Packaged Dehydrated Food Market Vendors?
The report analyzes the market's competitive landscape and offers information on several market vendors, including:
- Ajinomoto Co. Inc.
- Asahi Group Holdings Ltd.
- Backpackers Pantry
- Briden Solutions
- Chaucer Foods Ltd.
- Crispy Green Inc.
- European Freeze Dry
- Garon Dehydrates Pvt. Ltd.
- Harmony House Foods Inc.
- Honeyville Inc.
- Mercer Foods LLC
- Mevive International Food Ingredients
- Mother Earth Products
- Natural Dehydrated Vegetables Pvt. Ltd.
- Nims Fruit Crisps Ltd.
- NutraDry
- Real Dehydrated Pvt. Ltd.
- Tong Garden Co. Ltd.
- Unilever PLC
- Van Drunen Farms
This statistical study of the packaged dehydrated food market encompasses successful business strategies deployed by the key vendors. The packaged dehydrated food market is fragmented and the vendors are deploying growth strategies such as new product developments to compete in the market.
Product Insights and News
- Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. - The company offers packaged dehydrated food products under the subsidiary Amano.
- Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. - The alcohol beverages segment offers various types of alcoholic beverages under brands such as Super Dry and Black.
To make the most of the opportunities and recover from post COVID-19 impact, market vendors should focus more on the growth prospects in the fast-growing segments, while maintaining their positions in the slow-growing segments.
The packaged dehydrated food market forecast report offers in-depth insights into key vendor profiles. The profiles include information on the production, sustainability, and prospects of the leading companies.
Packaged Dehydrated Food Market Value Chain Analysis
Our report provides extensive information on the value chain analysis for the packaged dehydrated food market, which vendors can leverage to gain a competitive advantage during the forecast period. The end-to-end understanding of the value chain is essential in profit margin optimization and evaluation of business strategies. Our value chain analysis segment data can help vendors drive costs and enhance customer services during the forecast period.
Which are the Key Regions for Packaged Dehydrated Food Market?

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32% of the market's growth will originate from North America during the forecast period. US and Canada are the key markets for packaged dehydrated foods in North America. However, market growth in this region will be slower than the growth of the market in other regions.
The significant increase in the demand for packaged dehydrated vegetables and fruits will facilitate the packaged dehydrated food market growth in North America over the forecast period. This market research report entails detailed information on the competitive intelligence, marketing gaps, and regional opportunities in store for vendors, which will assist in creating efficient business plans.
COVID Impact and Recovery Analysis
The COVID-19 pandemic led to a shift in the spending patterns of US, Canada, and Mexico consumers on food. Consumers increased their expenditure on food from grocery stores and other retail food establishments and simultaneously reduced their spending on takeaway food in 2020. Additionally, due to the lockdown restrictions, several consumers stocked up on essential groceries to avoid food shortages and to reduce their potential exposure to COVID-19 by venturing outside. One of the major reasons for this is the shift toward healthy packaged dehydrated food and the rising popularity of buying these products on e-commerce channels due to the lower chances of contamination and the higher shelf life of food. This will propel the growth of the regional packaged dehydrated food market during the forecast period.
What are the Revenue-generating Technology Segments in the Packaged Dehydrated Food Market?

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The packaged dehydrated food market share growth by the spray drying segment will be significant during the forecast period. The growth is attributed to the quick-drying properties of this technique. In addition, manufacturers can adjust the particle size and ensure the good quality of the product.
This report provides an accurate prediction of the contribution of all the segments to the growth of the packaged dehydrated food market size and actionable market insights on post COVID-19 impact on each segment.
Packaged Dehydrated Food Market Scope
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Report Coverage
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Details
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Page number
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120
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Base year
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2021
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Forecast period
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2022-2026
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Growth momentum & CAGR
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Accelerate at a CAGR of 5.83%
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Market growth 2022-2026
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$ 21.32 billion
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Market structure
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Fragmented
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YoY growth (%)
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5.19
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Regional analysis
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North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa
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Performing market contribution
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North America at 32%
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Key consumer countries
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US, Canada, China, UK, and Germany
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Competitive landscape
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Leading companies, Competitive strategies, Consumer engagement scope
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Key companies profiled
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Ajinomoto Co. Inc., Asahi Group Holdings Ltd., Backpackers Pantry, Briden Solutions, Chaucer Foods Ltd., Crispy Green Inc., European Freeze Dry, Garon Dehydrates Pvt. Ltd., Harmony House Foods Inc., Honeyville Inc., Mercer Foods LLC, Mevive International Food Ingredients, Mother Earth Products, Natural Dehydrated Vegetables Pvt. Ltd., Nims Fruit Crisps Ltd., NutraDry, Real Dehydrated Pvt. Ltd., Tong Garden Co. Ltd., Unilever PLC, and Van Drunen Farms
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Market dynamics
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Parent market analysis, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID 19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, Market condition analysis for forecast period
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Customization purview
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What are the Key Data Covered in this Packaged Dehydrated Food Market Report?
- CAGR of the market during the forecast period 2022-2026
- Detailed information on factors that will drive packaged dehydrated food market growth during the next five years
- Precise estimation of the packaged dehydrated food market size and its contribution to the parent market
- Accurate predictions on upcoming trends and changes in consumer behavior
- The growth of the packaged dehydrated food industry across North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa
- A thorough analysis of the market's competitive landscape and detailed information on vendors
- Comprehensive details of factors that will challenge the growth of packaged dehydrated food market vendors
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1 Executive Summary
- 1.1 Market overview
- Exhibit 01: Executive Summary – Chart on Market Overview
- Exhibit 02: Executive Summary – Data Table on Market Overview
- Exhibit 03: Executive Summary – Chart on Global Market Characteristics
- Exhibit 04: Executive Summary – Chart on Market by Geography
- Exhibit 05: Executive Summary – Chart on Market Segmentation by Technology
- Exhibit 06: Executive Summary – Chart on Incremental Growth
- Exhibit 07: Executive Summary – Data Table on Incremental Growth
- Exhibit 08: Executive Summary – Chart on Vendor Market Positioning
2 Market Landscape
- 2.1 Market ecosystem
- Exhibit 09: Parent market
- Exhibit 10: Market Characteristics
3 Market Sizing
- 3.1 Market definition
- Exhibit 11: Offerings of vendors included in the market definition
- 3.2 Market segment analysis
- Exhibit 12: Market segments
- 3.4 Market outlook: Forecast for 2021-2026
- Exhibit 13: Chart on Global - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 14: Data Table on Global - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 15: Chart on Global Market: Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 16: Data Table on Global Market: Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
4 Five Forces Analysis
- 4.1 Five forces summary
- Exhibit 17: Five forces analysis - Comparison between 2021 and 2026
- 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
- Exhibit 18: Chart on Bargaining power of buyers – Impact of key factors 2021 and 2026
- 4.3 Bargaining power of suppliers
- Exhibit 19: Bargaining power of suppliers – Impact of key factors in 2021 and 2026
- 4.4 Threat of new entrants
- Exhibit 20: Threat of new entrants – Impact of key factors in 2021 and 2026
- 4.5 Threat of substitutes
- Exhibit 21: Threat of substitutes – Impact of key factors in 2021 and 2026
- 4.6 Threat of rivalry
- Exhibit 22: Threat of rivalry – Impact of key factors in 2021 and 2026
- 4.7 Market condition
- Exhibit 23: Chart on Market condition - Five forces 2021 and 2026
5 Market Segmentation by Technology
- 5.1 Market segments
- Exhibit 24: Chart on Technology - Market share 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 25: Data Table on Technology - Market share 2021-2026 (%)
- 5.2 Comparison by Technology
- Exhibit 26: Chart on Comparison by Technology
- Exhibit 27: Data Table on Comparison by Technology
- 5.3 Spray drying - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 28: Chart on Spray drying - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 29: Data Table on Spray drying - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 30: Chart on Spray drying - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 31: Data Table on Spray drying - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 5.4 Freeze drying - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 32: Chart on Freeze drying - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 33: Data Table on Freeze drying - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 34: Chart on Freeze drying - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 35: Data Table on Freeze drying - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 5.5 Sun drying - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 36: Chart on Sun drying - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 37: Data Table on Sun drying - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 38: Chart on Sun drying - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 39: Data Table on Sun drying - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 5.6 Others - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 40: Chart on Others - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 41: Data Table on Others - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 42: Chart on Others - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 43: Data Table on Others - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 5.7 Market opportunity by Technology
- Exhibit 44: Market opportunity by Technology ($ million)
6 Customer Landscape
- 6.1 Customer landscape overview
- Exhibit 45: Analysis of price sensitivity, lifecycle, customer purchase basket, adoption rates, and purchase criteria
7 Geographic Landscape
- 7.1 Geographic segmentation
- Exhibit 46: Chart on Market share by geography 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 47: Data Table on Market share by geography 2021-2026 (%)
- 7.2 Geographic comparison
- Exhibit 48: Chart on Geographic comparison
- Exhibit 49: Data Table on Geographic comparison
- 7.3 North America - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 50: Chart on North America - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 51: Data Table on North America - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 52: Chart on North America - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 53: Data Table on North America - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 7.4 Europe - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 54: Chart on Europe - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 55: Data Table on Europe - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 56: Chart on Europe - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 57: Data Table on Europe - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 7.5 APAC - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 58: Chart on APAC - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 59: Data Table on APAC - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 60: Chart on APAC - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 61: Data Table on APAC - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 7.6 South America - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 62: Chart on South America - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 63: Data Table on South America - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 64: Chart on South America - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 65: Data Table on South America - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 7.7 Middle East and Africa - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 66: Chart on Middle East and Africa - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 67: Data Table on Middle East and Africa - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 68: Chart on Middle East and Africa - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 69: Data Table on Middle East and Africa - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 7.8 US - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 70: Chart on US - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 71: Data Table on US - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 72: Chart on US - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 73: Data Table on US - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 7.9 UK - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 74: Chart on UK - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 75: Data Table on UK - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 76: Chart on UK - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 77: Data Table on UK - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 7.10 China - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 78: Chart on China - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 79: Data Table on China - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 80: Chart on China - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 81: Data Table on China - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 7.11 Canada - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 82: Chart on Canada - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 83: Data Table on Canada - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 84: Chart on Canada - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 85: Data Table on Canada - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 7.12 Germany - Market size and forecast 2021-2026
- Exhibit 86: Chart on Germany - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 87: Data Table on Germany - Market size and forecast 2021-2026 ($ million)
- Exhibit 88: Chart on Germany - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- Exhibit 89: Data Table on Germany - Year-over-year growth 2021-2026 (%)
- 7.13 Market opportunity by geography
- Exhibit 90: Market opportunity by geography ($ million)
8 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
- 8.3 Impact of drivers and challenges
- Exhibit 91: Impact of drivers and challenges in 2021 and 2026
9 Vendor Landscape
- 9.2 Vendor landscape
- Exhibit 92: Overview on Criticality of inputs and Factors of differentiation
- 9.3 Landscape disruption
- Exhibit 93: Overview on factors of disruption
- 9.4 Industry risks
- Exhibit 94: Impact of key risks on business
10 Vendor Analysis
- 10.1 Vendors covered
- Exhibit 95: Vendors covered
- 10.2 Market positioning of vendors
- Exhibit 96: Matrix on vendor position and classification
- 10.3 Asahi Group Holdings Ltd.
- Exhibit 97: Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. - Overview
- Exhibit 98: Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. - Business segments
- Exhibit 99: Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. - Key news
- Exhibit 100: Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. - Key offerings
- Exhibit 101: Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. - Segment focus
- 10.4 Backpackers Pantry
- Exhibit 102: Backpackers Pantry - Overview
- Exhibit 103: Backpackers Pantry - Product / Service
- Exhibit 104: Backpackers Pantry - Key offerings
- 10.5 Chaucer Foods Ltd.
- Exhibit 105: Chaucer Foods Ltd. - Overview
- Exhibit 106: Chaucer Foods Ltd. - Product / Service
- Exhibit 107: Chaucer Foods Ltd. - Key offerings
- 10.6 Crispy Green Inc.
- Exhibit 108: Crispy Green Inc. - Overview
- Exhibit 109: Crispy Green Inc. - Product / Service
- Exhibit 110: Crispy Green Inc. - Key offerings
- 10.7 European Freeze Dry
- Exhibit 111: European Freeze Dry - Overview
- Exhibit 112: European Freeze Dry - Product / Service
- Exhibit 113: European Freeze Dry - Key offerings
- 10.8 Harmony House Foods Inc.
- Exhibit 114: Harmony House Foods Inc. - Overview
- Exhibit 115: Harmony House Foods Inc. - Product / Service
- Exhibit 116: Harmony House Foods Inc. - Key offerings
- 10.9 Honeyville Inc.
- Exhibit 117: Honeyville Inc. - Overview
- Exhibit 118: Honeyville Inc. - Product / Service
- Exhibit 119: Honeyville Inc. - Key offerings
- 10.10 Mercer Foods LLC
- Exhibit 120: Mercer Foods LLC - Overview
- Exhibit 121: Mercer Foods LLC - Product / Service
- Exhibit 122: Mercer Foods LLC - Key offerings
- 10.11 Natural Dehydrated Vegetables Pvt. Ltd.
- Exhibit 123: Natural Dehydrated Vegetables Pvt. Ltd. - Overview
- Exhibit 124: Natural Dehydrated Vegetables Pvt. Ltd. - Product / Service
- Exhibit 125: Natural Dehydrated Vegetables Pvt. Ltd. - Key offerings
- 10.12 Van Drunen Farms
- Exhibit 126: Van Drunen Farms - Overview
- Exhibit 127: Van Drunen Farms - Product / Service
- Exhibit 128: Van Drunen Farms - Key offerings
11 Appendix
- 11.2 Inclusions and exclusions checklist
- Exhibit 129: Inclusions checklist
- Exhibit 130: Exclusions checklist
- 11.3 Currency conversion rates for US$
- Exhibit 131: Currency conversion rates for US$
- 11.4 Research methodology
- Exhibit 132: Research methodology
- Exhibit 133: Validation techniques employed for market sizing
- Exhibit 134: Information sources
- 11.5 List of abbreviations
- Exhibit 135: List of abbreviations
- food allergy among consumers: There is an increase in the number of people suffering from food allergies globally. Food allergy is caused when the immune system reacts to the ingestion of certain foods. Ingredients of packaged foods and meats that can create allergic reactions in some people include (but are not limited to) milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish (e.g., crab, lobster, and shrimp), tree nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, and pecan), peanuts, wheat, and soybeans. Even consumption of small amounts of food allergens can trigger signs and symptoms such as digestive problems, hives, and swollen airways. In some people, a food allergy can cause severe symptoms, or even a life-threatening reaction is, known as anaphylaxis. For example, in the US, nearly 3% of the adult population suffers from shellfish allergy.