food processing industry

Serbia’s Food Industry Balances Stable Import Costs Against Rising Operating Expenses

Serbia’s food processing industry entered mid-2026 with relatively stable import costs for food products, offering some relief for manufacturers relying on imported ingredients and semi-finished goods. Import prices for food products in June were 0.9% higher year on year, 1.3% lower than in December 2025, while the average price during the first half of 2026 was 1.3% below the corresponding period of 2025. The pricing trend eases cost pressures for processors that source imported ingredients, additives and intermediate food products.…