Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares market in Australia and New Zealand, 2026

Earlier Report Observations

The market for bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares in Australia and New Zealand expanded in physical terms to 187.8 thousand tons in 2019, then contracted over the next two years, reaching 128.1 thousand tons in 2021. In value terms, however, the market grew consistently from $667 million in 2018 to $889 million in 2021.

Market volume rebounded sharply in 2022, climbing to 190 thousand tons, while the market value increased to $1.03 billion. This growth was driven by evolving consumer preferences toward healthier options such as gluten-free and plant-based bakery products, which stimulated demand. Simultaneously, increased investment in automation within industrial bakeries enhanced production efficiency, supporting higher output. Regulatory changes emphasizing clearer labeling and nutrition disclosure also influenced product development and marketing strategies.

In 2023, the market volume eased to 175.6 thousand tons, with value slightly declining to $1.01 billion. During this period, health-conscious trends persisted, with major players expanding their ranges of wholegrain, multigrain, and reduced-sugar items. The continued adoption of automation and technology in production facilities helped maintain product consistency and efficiency. Additionally, the growth of online retail and foodservice channels provided new avenues for market access.

Production bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares in Australia and New Zealand

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Top producers of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares, 2018-2021

World map of production of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares, 2018-2021

In 2021, Australia and New Zealand produced 3,541 tonnes of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares, marking a slight decline of 2.5% from the previous year. Production peaked in 2020 at 3,631 tonnes, which also saw the largest annual increase of 1.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021, t

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

The value of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares production in Australia and New Zealand has declined for the third consecutive year. In 2021, output was valued at 10,943 thousand US dollars, reflecting a sharp decrease of 27.8% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production fell by 47%, with a compound annual growth rate of -19.1%.

Annual dynamics of production in Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Exports bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares from Australia and New Zealand

Exports in kind, K t

Exports of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares from Australia and New Zealand have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, exports reached 92.7 thousand tonnes, up by 57.8% from 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 99.1%, equating to an annualized rate of 25.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021, K t

From 2018 to 2021, bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares from Australia and New Zealand were exported to a diverse range of markets. Japan accounted for 4.1% of exports in kind, New Caledonia for 2.9%, and French Polynesia for 2.6%, together making up only 9.7% of total exports. The remaining 90.3% was distributed among numerous smaller destinations.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, M $ US

After a two-year decline, exports of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares from Australia and New Zealand increased in 2021. Exports were valued at 286 million US dollars, reflecting a gain of 16.8% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports rose by 6.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.1%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 245 million US dollars, following the largest decline of 8.3% in 2019.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, exports in value terms of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares from Australia and New Zealand were widely dispersed across partner countries. The United States accounted for 4.2% of exports in value terms, China for 3.0%, and Japan for 2.9%, together representing only 10.2% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021

Imports bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and bakers’ wares to Australia and New Zealand

Imports in kind, K t

Imports of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares into Australia and New Zealand have declined for the second consecutive year. In 2021, imports amounted to 217.3 thousand tonnes, showing minimal change from 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports increased by 16.7%, equating to an annualized rate of 5.3%. The highest volume was recorded in 2019 at 235.2 thousand tonnes, which also saw the largest increase of 26.3%. This was followed by the largest decline of 7.1% in 2020.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021, K t

The country composition of imports in kind from 2018 to 2021 was dispersed. The United Kingdom accounted for 8.4% of imports in kind, China for 6.6%, and Malaysia for 6.2%, together forming just 21.1% of total flows. The remaining 78.9% was split among a wide range of other destinations.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Australia and New Zealand in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, M $ US

Imports of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares into Australia and New Zealand have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports amounted to 1,119 million US dollars, equivalent to a strong improvement of 15.6% from a year earlier. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 25.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 7.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

During 2018 to 2021, bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and bakers' wares were imported into Australia and New Zealand from many different markets. Even the largest destinations—the United Kingdom, Italy, and Thailand—together represented only 21.8% of total imports in value terms.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Australia and New Zealand in value, 2018-2021