Thailand Food and Beverage Sector Report 2025-2026

Often referred to as "the kitchen of the world", Thailand has gained this recognition due to its prominent role as a global food exporter, and its rich culinary heritage and diverse cuisine. The food and beverage industry is a key sector for the Thai economy, generating some 6% of the country's annual GDP. In 2024, the sector grew strongly, with Thailand's value-added production index (VAPI) of food products and beverage products expanding by 3.9% y/y and 4.2% y/y, respectively. A recovery of the tourism sector and rising investments drove demand at home, while exports continued to expand at a robust pace to reach a new high of nearly USD 26bn, cementing Thailand's position as a key exporter of rice, palm oil, sugar and poultry meat.

This report provides a complete and detailed analysis of the "Beverage production" sector for Thailand. EMIS Insights presents in-depth business intelligence in a standard format across countries and regions, providing a balanced mix between analysis and data.

What this report allows you to do:

• Understand the key elements at play in the "Beverage production" sector in Thailand
• Crystallise the forces both driving and restraining this sector in Thailand
• Ascertain Thailand’s position in the global sector
• Build a complete perspective on sector trade, investment and employment
• Understand the competitive landscape and who the major players are
• View M&A activity and major deals
• Gain an understanding of the regulatory environment for the sector in Thailand.
• Build a clear picture of trends, output and consumption for specific sub-sectors