The demand structure: the bakery industry consumes 66% of the flour.

Domestic demand for flour in the Russian Federation demonstrates structural stability with a shift towards high-value-added segments. Total consumption is estimated at 10.15 million tons by the end of 2026. The baking industry forms the basic demand, accumulating 66.0% of the volume and 70.5% of the value of the entire market.

The confectionery and pasta industries ensure high marginality. The confectionery segment consumes 17.5% of the volume (19.8% of the value), requiring specialized characteristics (ash content ≤0.55%, W-index 180–240). The pasta and food industry occupies 11.7% of the volume, requiring a high protein content (12–14%) and extrusion resistance. Retail and home consumption lose share in natural terms (4.9%), but retain marginal potential. Growth is ensured by premiumization, the development of ...