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Market Research Report

Fish and Seafood - US - December 2008

Published by Mintel International Group Ltd, Contact us : +1-860-674-8796
Published 2008/12 Content info  
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Table of Contents

  • Scope and Themes
  • What you need to know
  • Definition
  • Data sources
  • Consumer survey data
  • Abbreviations and terms
  • Abbreviations
  • Terms
  • Executive Summary
  • Healthy sales growth -- but for a myriad of reasons
  • Fish and seafood consumption lags behind other protein sources
  • Segments face diverse struggles and "wins"
  • Drug and mass sales outperform supermarket sales
  • Small manufacturers and private label dominate
  • Brand spotlight: StarKist represents industry struggles
  • Diverse innovation throughout category
  • Advertising efforts leave something to be desired
  • Tuna and salmon lead in usage
  • Restaurant versus at-home consumption
  • Fresh, frozen, and canned fish and seafood use
  • Fish and seafood preparation methods
  • Fish and seafood spending trends and rationales
  • Attitudes toward freshness, source, and cost
  • Market Size and Forecast
  • Key points
  • Beyond fish sticks--new paradigm for the fish and seafood market
    • Figure 6: Total U.S. retail sales of fish and seafood, at current prices, 2003-13
    • Figure 7: Total U.S. retail sales of fish and seafood, at inflation-adjusted prices, 2003-13
  • Competitive Context
  • Key points
  • Fish and seafood lags behind as protein of choice
    • Figure 8: Frequency of protein consumption, by type, September 2008
    • Figure 9: Poultry consumption, 2006-08
    • Figure 10: Attitudes towards protein choices, by type, September 2008
    • Figure 11: Food price changes, by food category, July 2007-July 2008
  • Competing sources for omega-3
    • Figure 12: Leading food sources for omega-3, 2002-08
  • Overall Segment Performance
  • Key points
  • Environmental factors impact the bottom line
  • Sales and forecast--fish and seafood by category
    • Figure 13: Sales of fish and seafood, segmented by type, 2006 and 2008
  • Segment Performance--Fresh Fish and Shellfish
  • Key points
  • Higher price points and freshness perception could cause consumers to balk
  • Sales and forecast--fresh fish and shellfish
    • Figure 14: Sales of fresh fish and shellfish, at current and inflation-adjusted prices, 2003-13
  • Segment Performance--Frozen Fish and Shellfish
  • Key points
  • Niche products have potential
  • Sales and forecast--frozen fish and shellfish
    • Figure 15: Sales of frozen fish and shellfish, at current and inflation-adjusted prices, 2003-13
  • Segment Performance--Canned Fish and Shellfish
  • Key points
  • Supply concerns threaten a number of canned varieties
  • Sales and forecast--canned fish and shellfish
    • Figure 16: Sales of canned fish and seafood, at current and inflation-adjusted prices, 2003-13
  • Retail Channels
  • Key points
  • Mass merchandisers stand to reap the rewards of convenience
    • Figure 17: Retail sales of packaged fish sold through FDMx, 2006 and 2008
  • Retail Channels--Food Stores
  • Key points
  • Whole Foods Market sets an example
    • Figure 18: Food store sales of fish and seafood, 2003-13
  • Retail Channels--Drug and Mass
  • Key points
  • Industry innovations lead to growth
    • Figure 19: Drug and mass sales of fish and seafood, 2003-08
  • Market Drivers
  • The economy affects fish and seafood pricing
  • Economic challenges lead to more meals at home
    • Figure 20: Average price of meal for a family of four at selected restaurant types, 2005-07
    • Figure 21: Annual food sales at home and away from home, 2005-07
  • The impact of weather
  • HH income will determine near-term future
    • Figure 22: Seafood consumption compared to a year ago, by HH income, September 2008
  • Frequency of eating fish at home
    • Figure 23: Frequency of fish eating at home, by HH income, September 2008
  • Leading Companies
  • Key points
  • Private label the clear category winner
    • Figure 24: FDMx sales of fish and seafood, by manufacturer, 2007 and 2008
  • Brand Share--Frozen Fish and Shellfish
  • Key points
  • Private label and small manufacturers dominate
    • Figure 25: FDMx sales of frozen fish and seafood, by manufacturer, 2007 and 2008
  • Brand Share--Shelf Stable Fish and Shellfish
  • Key points
  • Beyond canned tuna
    • Figure 26: FDMx sales of shelf stable fish and seafood, by manufacturer, 2007 and 2008
  • Brand Share--Refrigerated Fish and Shellfish
  • Key points
  • A smattering of small niche brands
    • Figure 27: FDMx sales of fish and seafood, by manufacturer, 2007 and 2008
  • Brand Qualities
  • Charlie the Tuna has "Seoul"
  • Innovation and Innovators
  • "Green" fish
    • Figure 28: Eco-friendly fish and seafood new product introduction claims, 2003-08
  • Emulating restaurant style menus
  • Promoting healthy attributes
    • Figure 29: Health related new fish and seafood product claims, 2003-08
  • Freshness guaranteed
  • Private label a shining star
    • Figure 30: New private label seafood product introductions, by company, 2003 - 2008
  • Advertising and Promotion
  • Overview
  • Gorton' s
    • Figure 31: Gorton' s Potato Crunch Filets, 2008
    • Figure 32: Gorton' s Shrimp Temptations, 2008
  • SeaPak
    • Figure 33: Sea Pak Shrimp, 2008
  • Wild American Shrimp
    • Figure 34: Wild American Shrimp, 2005
  • Personal Consumption of Fish and Seafood
  • Key points
  • Tuna and salmon rule the usage roost
  • Types of fish and shellfish consumed
    • Figure 35: Types of fish and seafood consumed, by type, by gender, September 2008
    • Figure 36: Types of fish and seafood consumed, by type, by race/ethnicity, September 2008
  • Fish and Seafood Usage and Usage Frequency by Location
  • Key points
  • Overview
    • Figure 37: Frequency of fish and seafood consumption, by location, September 2008
  • Frequency of eating fish at home
    • Figure 38: Frequency of fish consumption at home, by age, September 2008
  • Frequency of eating fish at a restaurant
    • Figure 39: Frequency of fish consumption at a restaurant, by gender, September 2008
  • Frequency of eating shellfish at home
  • Frequency of eating shellfish at a restaurant
    • Figure 40: Frequency of shellfish consumption at a restaurant, by age, September 2008
  • Fresh, Frozen, and Canned Fish and Seafood Use
  • Key points
  • Frozen varieties the leading consumer preference
    • Figure 41: Personal fresh, frozen, and canned fish purchases, by gender, September 2008
    • Figure 42: Personal fresh, frozen, and canned fish purchases, by region, September 2008
  • Fish and Seafood Preparation Methods
  • Key points
  • Cooking methods largely dictated by format
    • Figure 43: Fish and seafood consumed, by type and preparation method, September 2008
  • Baking
    • Figure 44: Fish and seafood eaten baked, by gender, September 2008
  • Broiling
    • Figure 45: Fish and seafood eaten broiled, by, September 2008
  • Frying
    • Figure 46: Fish and seafood eaten fried, by region, September 2008
  • Sautéing
    • Figure 47: Fish and seafood eaten sautéed, by region, September 2008
  • Grilling
    • Figure 48: Fish and seafood eaten grilled, by HH income, September 2008
  • Steaming
    • Figure 49: Fish and seafood eaten steamed, by race/ethnicity, September 2008
  • Fish and Seafood Spending Trends and Rationales
  • Key points
  • Year-over-year spending trends
    • Figure 50: Seafood consumption year-over-year trends, by age, September 2008
  • Rationales for eating more
    • Figure 51: Rationales for eating more fish and seafood, by gender, September 2008
    • Figure 52: Rationales for eating more fish and seafood, by age, September 2008
  • Rationales for eating less
    • Figure 53: Rationales for eating less fish and seafood, by gender, September 2008
    • Figure 54: Rationales for eating less fish and seafood, by age, September 2008
  • Attitudes Toward Freshness, Source, and Cost
  • Key points
  • Overview
    • Figure 55: Attitudes toward freshness, source, and cost, by gender, September 2008
    • Figure 56: Attitudes toward freshness, source, and cost, by HH income, September 2008
  • Appendix: Additional Consumer Tables
  • Frequency of eating fish at a restaurant
    • Figure 79: Frequency of fish eating at a restaurant, by HH income, September 2008
  • Frequency of eating shellfish at home
    • Figure 80: Frequency of shellfish eating at home, by HH income, September 2008
  • Frequency of eating shellfish at a restaurant
    • Figure 81: Frequency of shellfish eating at a restaurant, by HH income, September 2008
  • Appendix: Trade Associations
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