The 2024 edition of the ‘Data & Trends of the EU Food and Drink Industry’ report offers a comprehensive picture of the structure and economies of Europe’s food and drink sector, the largest manufacturing industry in the EU in terms of turnover, value added and employment. The report provides in depth analyses of the Single Market, World Markets, and a global ranking of food and drink companies. Additionally, the report provides a market outlook, showing that 65% of EU food and drink exports go to the Single Market, and that exports outside the EU account for €182 billion and a trade surplus of €80 billion. Most of the data related to the structure of the food and drink sector date back to 2021 – 2022 and 2023 for trade figures. This report covers the EU – 27 food and drink industry, which is identified by the NACE Rev2 codes C10 (Food products) and C11 (drinks). This comprehensive report is an invaluable tool for professionals looking to understand the current landscape and future direction of the EU food and drink industry.