Foodservice
Volume of Produce by Commodity in US Foodservice
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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.
Value recovery of foodservice is complete, but overall volume growth won’t recover until 2027
Chains continue to outperform the broader foodservice industry
Breakfast daypart stalled, but its future is still promising
Foodservice will need to adjust to major shifts in consumer demographics
Delivery’s share of off-premise is stabilizing; overall off-premise growth will remain strong
Labor issues are an ongoing concern for operators of all types
Health & wellness is growing in importance, but foodservice is driven by craving /indulgence
Broadline distributors are dominant and consolidating their lead
Sustainability is important for both consumers and operators
83% of operators agree that it’s important to use fresh produce in their menu offerings
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.