Name: Poor harvest and price spike for durum wheat threaten pasta supply | Food Dive
Ingredients: Deep Dive; Opinion; Library; Events; Topics; Search; Sign up; Finances & Deals; Food Tech; Manufacturing; Ingredients; Corporate Ops; Packaging; Policy; Protein; Beverages; Sustainability; Poor harvests of durum wheat in Canada and Europe, along with increasing freight costs, have triggered a 90% price spike for the raw ingredient, according to data from Eurostar Commodities reported by Bakery and Snacks. Canada, which is the largest producer of durum wheat, is expected to only produce two-thirds, or 3.4 million tons, of its previously anticipated 5 million ton 2021 harvest.; This drop in production means there may not be enough to meet global demand for durum wheat, which is a main ingredient in pasta. Eurostar Commodities, a U.K.-based ingredients supplier, warned these increased costs will likely affect retail prices for finished products.; Durum wheat is used in pasta, polenta, pizza, couscous, breads and some bakery items. It is the second most cultivated variety of wheat after common wheat, and the latest crop to face price and supply constraints even as consumer demand grows thanks to an increase of at-home cooking during the pandemic.; ‘Out of control’ durum wheat market expected to cause pasta shortage Bakery and Snacks; post; share; tweet; print; email; Select Newsletter: Daily Dive Topics covered: manufacturing, packaging, new products, R&D, and much more. M-F view sample; Select Newsletter: Ingredients Weekly Every Thursday view sample; Select user consent: By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You can unsubscribe at anytime.; Explore the Trendline➔ Courtesy of Southeastern Grocers Trendline Alcohol and beverages The alcohol and beverage space has rapidly transformed as consumers adopt new purchasing and drinking habits — and are met with a flurry of product options. By Food Dive staff