Southern Brazil leads flour consumption

A study by Scanntech highlights that the southern region of Brazil leads the consumption of wheat flour, with an average sale of 8.5% in 2023, surpassing the national average of 5.1%. Santa Catarina leads among the states, with 9.7%, followed by Rio Grande do Sul with 8.9% and Paraná with 7.7%. São Paulo recorded just 3.0% consumption. With regard to prices, pasta in general is 12.8% more expensive in Brazil, with cookies showing an inflation of 11.1%. In 2023, there will be a decrease in the consumption of wheat flour across the country, with the exception of the South region. This reduction, compared to 2022, highlights the versatility of the product, widely used in various applications, from baking to thickening of sauces and soups. The variation in consumption reflects regional dynamics and highlights the importance of this ingredient in Brazilian cuisine. The war in Ukraine, one of the world's main wheat producers, resulted in a halving of wheat production in the country. ...