In 2023, Germany led the European cereal products sector with the highest share of employment, while several countries like Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina experienced significant employment growth. Nonetheless, key markets such as Germany, France, and Italy saw slight declines, reflecting broader industry digitization and automation impacts.
Future trends to watch include increasing automation potentially reducing employment numbers further, while consumer demand for more diverse and health-conscious cereal options might spur growth in countries with currently smaller employment shares. Furthermore, potential economic shifts in Europe could influence employment dynamics in this sector significantly. Awareness of these evolving patterns is crucial for adapting strategies.
Top countries in Cereal Products Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 23.59 | 2023 | +0.35% | -0.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 14.03 | 2023 | +0.56% | -0.054% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 10.37 | 2023 | -0.048% | -0.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7.31 | 2023 | +1.05% | -0.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 5.97 | 2023 | +1.17% | +1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 5.4 | 2023 | -0.9% | -0.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 4.21 | 2023 | +0.086% | -0.56% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 3.7 | 2023 | +2.74% | +0.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2.7 | 2023 | +4.87% | +0.73% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 2.59 | 2023 | +0.0046% | -0.05% | View data |
