The pasta market - Spain

Pasta is a food made from flour, durum wheat semolina, water, salt, and sometimes eggs, other cereals or legumes, and various forages. Pasta is a staple of the Spanish diet, with 9 out of 10 inhabitants consuming it regularly. The Spanish pasta market proved dynamic in 2023. That year, pasta consumption rose by 3.95% in the distribution channel. The volume of pasta distributed in the hotel and catering sector also increased. Although pasta is becoming an integral part of Spanish culture, particularly through increased consumption, Spain remains dependent on foreign trade to satisfy domestic demand, particularly from Italy, the world's largest producer and exporter of pasta. Nevertheless, some Spanish brands stand out on the market, such as Gallo, which is the main pasta brand consumed in Spain. Private labels are also very popular, thanks to their good value for money. Last but not least, the Spanish pasta market is following consumer trends such as gluten-free, whole-wheat and organic, responding to new consumer expectations.