Product Code: ETC8841729 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: May 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The fortified rice market in the Philippines is being bolstered by government food security and nutrition programs. Rice, being a staple food, is an ideal vehicle for fortification, particularly with iron, folic acid, and other essential micronutrients. The market sees robust support from both public and private sector initiatives targeting malnutrition.
The fortified rice market in the Philippines is growing, driven by initiatives aimed at improving public health through better nutrition. Fortified rice, which is enriched with essential vitamins and minerals like iron, vitamin A, and zinc, helps address nutrient deficiencies in the population. This market is particularly significant in addressing malnutrition in rural areas, with government programs and non-governmental organizations supporting the distribution of fortified rice to vulnerable communities.
The fortified rice market in the Philippines struggles with challenges related to the cost of fortification and consumer acceptance. Although fortified rice can help address malnutrition issues in the country, the additional cost of adding vitamins and minerals to rice makes it more expensive than regular rice, deterring many price-sensitive consumers. There is also a lack of awareness about the nutritional benefits of fortified rice, especially in rural areas where traditional diets are deeply ingrained. Overcoming these hurdles requires education campaigns and government support, which are not always sufficient to achieve widespread adoption.
The Fortified Rice Market in the Philippines has significant potential given the countrys reliance on rice as a staple food. Investments in this sector can focus on the production and distribution of fortified rice enriched with iron, folic acid, and other essential micronutrients. Government backing through feeding programs and public health campaigns enhances the commercial viability. Developing affordable, scalable fortification technology is key to widespread adoption.
The National Food Authority (NFA), together with the DOH and DOST, actively supports the distribution of iron-fortified rice to address anemia. Fortification standards are mandatory for certain public feeding programs and subsidized rice. Pilot programs and local producer incentives are in place.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Fortified Rice Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Fortified Rice Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Micronutrients, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Method, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Sales Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Trends |
6 Philippines Fortified Rice Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Fortified Rice Market, By Micronutrients |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Micronutrients, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Iron, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By B-complex vitamins, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Vitamin B12, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Vitamin B6, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Vitamin A, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Zinc, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Philippines Fortified Rice Market, By Method |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Dusting, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Coating, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Extrusion, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Philippines Fortified Rice Market, By Sales Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Hypermarket/Supermarket, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Retailers, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Philippines Fortified Rice Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Opportunity Assessment, By Micronutrients, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Opportunity Assessment, By Method, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Opportunity Assessment, By Sales Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Fortified Rice Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Fortified Rice Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |