Germany leads the European food products sector by employment, with significant gaps compared to other nations in 2023. France and Spain showed positive employment growth, with notable increases of 1.9% and 2.37%, respectively, indicating a solid recovery in these markets. Despite minor declines in Germany and Poland, the overall stability was maintained. Romania and Portugal saw more pronounced reductions, with respective declines of 1.39% and 1.99%, highlighting regional disparities. Emerging markets like Bosnia and Herzegovina showed impressive rises of 2.75%, illustrating the potential for growth outside established economies.
Future trends to monitor include the adaptation of new technologies and automation in food product manufacturing, which may impact employment levels. Furthermore, the sustainability shift and demand for plant-based products could create new job opportunities, particularly in Western Europe. Economic policies post-Brexit and the European Union's push for green initiatives could also significantly influence sector employment dynamics in the coming years.
Top countries in Food Products Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 894,390 | 2023 | +0.65% | -0.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 679,040 | 2023 | +1.48% | +1.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 429,060 | 2023 | +0.38% | +0.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 424,560 | 2023 | +1.73% | +2.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 424,450 | 2023 | -0.036% | -0.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 401,690 | 2023 | +0.22% | +0.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 153,350 | 2023 | -0.87% | -1.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 135,840 | 2023 | +1.07% | +1.31% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 131,060 | 2023 | +2.01% | +0.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 97,860 | 2023 | -0.43% | -0.47% | View data |
