Frozen foods grew in popularity during the pandemic, and still remain hot as more consumers continue to eat at home to manage their budgets. And their opinion on frozen foods is shifting as advances in frozen food technology have improved food quality and nutritional benefits.

Since then, frozen food sales have increased by nearly 8% each year, according to research from the Food Industry Association and the American Frozen Food Institute. Nationally, the industry is expected to reach $291.3 billion by 2028.

According to data from Vericast and the National Frozen and Refrigerated Foods Association:

• 44% of American consumers eat at home to reduce spending.
• 66% of consumers believe the frozen food department offers a wider variety of better-for-you options, the most popular being high-protein, plant-based protein and breakfast foods.
• Nearly 3 in 5 consumers use precut frozen fruits and vegetables to save on prep time.
• 45% of consumers use air fryers or slow cookers to make meals from frozen or refrigerated ingredients.
• 38% of consumers eat frozen foods daily or every few days, citing convenience, time savings and nutrition.

In the foreseeable future, the demand for cold storage is only expected to get hotter. While an expansion or building from the ground up isn’t always an option, you can make the most of your existing space and work more efficiently with the help of our material handling automation experts at RMH Systems.

Learn more about the cold storage automation solutions we offer, and then request a free consultation today!