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Staple Foods in Switzerland

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  • 65 Pages
  • December 2024
  • Region: Switzerland
  • Euromonitor International
  • ID: 5567521
In 2024, staple food in Switzerland experienced positive retail value and volume growth, with several key trends shaping the category. Prices remained high throughout 2024 due to rising packaging, energy and transport costs. Furthermore, the Russian invasion of Ukraine has disrupted the global grain supply chain, while unfavourable weather conditions, including droughts and floods, further impacted crop yields, increasing the cost of raw materials.

The Staple Foods in Switzerland report offers in-depth knowledge of the market at a national level, providing local insight and understanding unavailable elsewhere. In addition to the latest retail sales data 2019-2023, it identifies the leading companies, brands and retail outlets, and assesses the key trends and demographic shifts behind consumer demand and sales growth. How key trends such as health and wellness, sustainability and recovery from the pandemic are shaping the market directly informs our forecasts to 2028, clearly indicating how the market is expected to change.

Product coverage: Baked Goods, Breakfast Cereals, Processed Fruit and Vegetables, Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat, Rice, Pasta and Noodles.

Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.

Why buy this report?

  • Get a detailed picture of the Staple Foods market;
  • Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change;
  • Understand the competitive environment, the market’s major players and leading brands;
  • Use five-year forecasts to assess how the market is predicted to develop.

Table of Contents

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
  • Staple foods in 2024: The big picture
  • Key trends in 2024
  • Competitive Landscape
  • Channel developments
  • What next for staple foods?
MARKET DATA
  • Table 1 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 2 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 3 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 4 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 5 NBO Company Shares of Staple Foods: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 6 LBN Brand Shares of Staple Foods: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 7 Penetration of Private Label by Category: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 8 Distribution of Staple Foods by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 9 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 10 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 11 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 12 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
DISCLAIMER
SOURCES
  • Summary 1 Research Sources
BAKED GOODS IN SWITZERLANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • The rising costs of raw materials negatively impacts retail volume growth in 2024
  • Health concerns shape buying habits as retail volume declines for cakes and pastries
  • New legislations require the origin of baked goods to be declared in retail and foodservice
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Retail volume growth will remain challenged by ongoing health and wellness trends
  • Artisanal bakeries are expected to decline as competition from supermarkets rise
  • Sweet dessert pies and tarts set to record positive growth despite rising sugar concerns
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 13 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 14 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 15 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 16 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 17 Sales of Pastries by Type: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 18 NBO Company Shares of Baked Goods: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 19 LBN Brand Shares of Baked Goods: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 20 Distribution of Baked Goods by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 21 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 22 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 23 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 24 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
BREAKFAST CEREALS IN SWITZERLANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Nutritional benefits and health-focused ingredients support ongoing growth in breakfast cereals
  • Health benefits and convenience aid strong growth for muesli and granola
  • Innovations focus on added health benefits to align with rising wellness trends
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Ongoing retail growth is expected to be driven by nutrition and convenience
  • Brands will focus on expanding consumption occasions to drive ongoing growth
  • Health trends and limited innovation opportunities are ongoing threats to breakfast cereal
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 25 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 26 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 27 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 28 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 29 NBO Company Shares of Breakfast Cereals: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 30 LBN Brand Shares of Breakfast Cereals: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 31 Distribution of Breakfast Cereals by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 32 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 33 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 34 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 35 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
PROCESSED MEAT, SEAFOOD AND ALTERNATIVES TO MEAT IN SWITZERLANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Chilled and frozen options drive growth in the meat category, appreciated for convenience
  • Poultry benefits from being viewed as a leaner, healthier alternative to red meat
  • Innovations in meat and seafood substitutes respond to demand for enhanced taste and texture
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Health and wellness concerns are set to shape buying habits across the forecast period
  • Rising demand for regional labels driven by animal welfare and sustainability commitments
  • Private label expected to retain its lead, benefiting from an appreciation for local origin
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 36 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 37 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 38 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 39 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 40 Sales of Shelf Stable Processed Red Meat by Type: % Volume Breakdown 2019-2024
  • Table 41 Sales of Chilled Processed Red Meat by Type: % Volume Breakdown 2019-2024
  • Table 42 Sales of Frozen Processed Red Meat by Type: % Volume Breakdown 2019-2024
  • Table 43 Sales of Frozen Processed Poultry by Type: % Value Breakdown 2019-2024
  • Table 44 Sales of Frozen Processed Seafood by Type: % Value Breakdown 2019-2024
  • Table 45 NBO Company Shares of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 46 LBN Brand Shares of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 47 Distribution of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 48 Forecast Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 49 Forecast Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Value 2024-2029
PROCESSED FRUIT AND VEGETABLES IN SWITZERLANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Fresh and natural products challenge retail volume sales of processed fruit and vegetables
  • Frozen food manufacturers promote the benefits of their products to support growth
  • Weak performance for shelf-stable goods as environmental and nutrition concerns negatively impact sales
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Convenience and health benefits will support the strong growth of frozen processed fruit and vegetables
  • Plant-based diets support growth, while fresh produce continues to challenge sales
  • Private label is expected to retain its lead as consumers appreciate affordable quality
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 50 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 51 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 52 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 53 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 54 Sales of Frozen Processed Vegetables by Type: % Value Breakdown 2019-2024
  • Table 55 NBO Company Shares of Processed Fruit and Vegetables: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 56 LBN Brand Shares of Processed Fruit and Vegetables: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 57 Distribution of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 58 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 59 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 60 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 61 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
RICE, PASTA AND NOODLES IN SWITZERLANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Versatility, nutritional benefits and an alignment with global cuisine boost sales of rice
  • Healthier eating and the demand for convenience drives sales of instant noodle cups
  • Swiss regulations in the organic sector create challenges for organic rice manufacturers
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Positive retail value and volume growth predicted, despite ongoing price concerns
  • Convenience, versatility and innovation will be drivers of growth for rice and pasta
  • Health, wellness and sustainability will remain key attributes consumers consider in rice, pasta and noodles
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 62 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 63 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 64 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 65 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 66 Sales of Instant Noodles by Leading Flavours: Rankings 2019-2024
  • Table 67 NBO Company Shares of Rice, Pasta and Noodles: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 68 LBN Brand Shares of Rice, Pasta and Noodles: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 69 NBO Company Shares of Rice: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 70 LBN Brand Shares of Rice: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 71 NBO Company Shares of Pasta: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 72 LBN Brand Shares of Pasta: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 73 NBO Company Shares of Noodles: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 74 LBN Brand Shares of Noodles: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 75 Distribution of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 76 Distribution of Rice by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 77 Distribution of Pasta by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 78 Distribution of Noodles by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 79 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 80 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 81 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 82 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029