Definition:
Butter is a dairy product made up of several components, such as milk fat, milk proteins, and water. Butter contains a minimum of 80% fat and is widely used in baking and cooking, and as a flavor enhancer for a variety of dishes.
Additional Information:
The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita, volume and average volume per capita, price per unit (unit refers to kilogram), sales channels. The market encompasses retail sales through both online and offline sales channels to private end customers (B2C). The market only covers at-home consumption; out-of-home consumption is not included.
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Most recent update: Sep 2024
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Most recent update: Sep 2024
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Most recent update: Sep 2024
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Most recent update: Nov 2024
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Most recent update: Sep 2024
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The Butter Market within the Oils & Fats sector in Senegal has shown minimal growth, influenced by factors such as limited consumer preferences for butter over margarine, economic constraints, and fluctuating dairy production that affects supply stability.
Customer preferences: In Senegal, there is a notable shift towards healthier eating habits, prompting consumers to explore diverse cooking oils and plant-based spreads as alternatives to traditional butter. This trend is influenced by a growing awareness of dietary health and nutrition, particularly among younger demographics who are more exposed to global food trends through social media. Additionally, urbanization is driving a preference for convenience, with many opting for ready-to-use products that align with their fast-paced lifestyles, potentially impacting butter consumption further.
Trends in the market: In Senegal, the Butter Market within the Oils & Fats sector is experiencing a significant decline as consumers increasingly gravitate towards healthier alternatives like plant-based spreads and diverse cooking oils. This shift is driven by heightened health awareness, particularly among younger urbanites influenced by global nutrition trends shared on social media. Additionally, the busy lifestyles of urban populations are fostering a preference for convenient, ready-to-use products, further diminishing traditional butter consumption. This evolving landscape presents both challenges and opportunities for industry stakeholders, necessitating adaptation to meet changing consumer preferences and innovate healthier offerings.
Local special circumstances: In Senegal, the Butter Market within the Oils & Fats sector is influenced by the country's rich culinary traditions, where butter is traditionally used in local dishes. However, the rising availability of imported plant-based spreads is reshaping consumer habits, particularly in urban areas where younger populations are increasingly health-conscious. Furthermore, regulatory initiatives promoting healthier eating habits are gaining traction, pushing local producers to innovate. This unique interplay of cultural heritage and modern health trends is driving the transformation of the butter market, presenting both challenges and strategic opportunities.
Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Butter Market in Senegal is significantly shaped by macroeconomic factors such as national economic stability, import-export dynamics, and consumer purchasing power. The country's economic growth, driven by agriculture and remittances, has increased disposable incomes, allowing consumers to explore diverse dietary options, including both traditional butter and modern plant-based alternatives. Additionally, global trends towards health and wellness are prompting local producers to innovate and diversify their offerings, while fiscal policies aimed at supporting local agriculture can enhance competitiveness against imports. This convergence of economic growth and shifting consumer preferences creates both challenges and opportunities for the butter market.
Data coverage:
The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the total consumer spending on food, which comprises all private household spending on food that is meant for at-home consumption (out-of-home consumption is not accounted for).Modeling approach:
Market sizes are determined through a top-down approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform as well as in-house market research, national statistical offices, international institutions, trade associations, companies, the trade press, and the experience of our analysts. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending, and consumer price index. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.Forecasts:
In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the exponential trend smoothing is well suited for forecasting the Food market with a projected steady growth. The main drivers are GDP per capita and consumer spending per capita.Additional notes:
The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year.Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat
Most recent update: Sep 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights