Japan Agricultural News: Maximum demand for rice for rice flour FY2009 outlook - Steady production cannot catch up even with corona stagnation

Published Dec 19, 2020

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The Rice Flour Association predicts a record high demand for rice flour in 2021, with an increase of 4,000 tons from 2020, totaling 40,000 tons. This is due to growing product development by major retailers and a booming market. However, production has not yet reached this demand. Despite the pandemic, the rice flour market has seen growth, with efforts to expand nationwide and develop new products. However, concerns have been raised about the impact on supply and demand of rice for main food sources, as a large conversion to non-food rice, including rice flour, is necessary.

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The demand for rice for rice flour in 2021 is expected to increase by 4,000 tons from the previous year to a record high of 40,000 tons. The Rice Flour Association announced the forecast value based on the scraping of 18 major flour milling companies. Based on the fact that the demand is firm, major retailers are focusing on product development, and the market is booming. On the other hand, the production demand has not been reached and there is a continuous demand for increased production. Demand for 36,000 tons in FY2008 Expected to be flat from the previous year. Although it was expected to increase due to the booming market, it fell below due to the type corona damage. The decrease in commercial consumption such as souvenirs was reflected. Increased demand. Aeon sells rice flour mixed flour and noodle products under a private brand, and confectionery maker Chatrese (Kofu City) sells rice flour bread. Manufacturers and retailers expanding nationwide are activating product ...

Source: 日本農業新聞