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Staple Foods in the Czech Republic

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  • 73 Pages
  • November 2025
  • Region: Czech Republic
  • Euromonitor International
  • ID: 5567589
In 2025, value growth of staple foods in the Czech Republic was mainly driven by rising prices, despite a slight decline in sales volumes. Consumers increasingly relied on promotions and discounts. Health-conscious trends boosted the demand for high-protein, fibre-rich, whole grain, and clean label products. Additionally, sustainability and convenience influenced both production and consumption, with eco-friendly packaging and ready-to-cook options gaining popularity.

This 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 2020-2025, 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 currently shaping the market along with prospects for the next five years, 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
  • Premiumisation, innovation and health trends shape growth in staple foods
KEY DATA FINDINGS
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
  • Value growth is driven by higher prices and an ongoing reliance on promotions
  • Rising health awareness drives demand for cleaner and higher-protein staple foods
  • Sustainability and convenience trends reshape staple food production and consumption
WHAT’S NEXT?
  • Premiumisation and innovation are set to drive steady value growth in staple foods
  • Convenient, healthier and free-from options are set to influence product innovation
  • Retail e-commerce is set to gain share as subscription models and bundled promotions increase
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
  • Penam maintains its leadership in Czech staple foods despite a modest share decline
  • Lidl Ceska republika drives private label growth and reshapes competition in staple foods
CHANNELS
  • Hypermarkets remains the leading channel for staple foods despite a slight share decline
  • Discounters and retail e-commerce drive dynamic shifts in staple food distribution
MARKET DATA
  • Table 1 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Volume 2020-2025
  • Table 2 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Value 2020-2025
  • Table 3 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
  • Table 4 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
  • Table 5 NBO Company Shares of Staple Foods: % Value 2021-2025
  • Table 6 LBN Brand Shares of Staple Foods: % Value 2022-2025
  • Table 7 Penetration of Private Label by Category: % Value 2020-2025
  • Table 8 Distribution of Staple Foods by Format: % Value 2020-2025
  • Table 9 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Volume 2025-2030
  • Table 10 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Value 2025-2030
  • Table 11 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
  • Table 12 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
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SOURCES
  • Summary 1 Research Sources
BAKED GOODS IN THE CZECH REPUBLICKEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Baked goods grows as consumers favour premium, healthier, and convenient options
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
  • Baked goods value sales grow as Czech consumers shift towards quality and premium options
  • Pastries lead baked goods growth driven by premiumisation and artisanal trends
WHAT’S NEXT
  • Baked goods sales are set to grow in value despite stagnant volume
  • Health-focused innovation will drive growth in wholegrain, functional, and gluten-free baked goods
  • Sustainability in baked goods is set to focus on waste reduction, packaging, and energy-efficient production
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
  • Penam s.r.o. leads baked goods through strong brands and extensive distribution
  • Billa sro drives dynamic growth in Czech baked goods through its private label ranges
CHANNELS
  • Hypermarkets lead baked goods distribution despite share erosion
  • Food/drink/tobacco specialists drive growth through offering premium goods
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 13 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Volume 2020-2025
  • Table 14 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Value 2020-2025
  • Table 15 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
  • Table 16 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
  • Table 17 Sales of Pastries by Type: % Value 2020-2025
  • Table 18 NBO Company Shares of Baked Goods: % Value 2021-2025
  • Table 19 LBN Brand Shares of Baked Goods: % Value 2022-2025
  • Table 20 Distribution of Baked Goods by Format: % Value 2020-2025
  • Table 21 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Volume 2025-2030
  • Table 22 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Value 2025-2030
  • Table 23 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
  • Table 24 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMERBREAKFAST CEREALS IN THE CZECH REPUBLICKEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Value growth for breakfast cereals is driven by health trends and pack size preferences
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
  • Value sales of breakfast cereals rise as consumer confidence recovers in 2025
  • Health-focused muesli and granola lead value growth as consumers appreciate healthier options
WHAT’S NEXT?
  • Convenience, health, and premiumisation are expected to drive breakfast cereals sales
  • Health and wellness trends are set to drive growth in clean-label, reduced-sugar, and functional breakfast cereals
  • Sustainability and local sourcing will shape breakfast cereals, with organic labels driving consumer trust
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
  • Emco spol sro leads breakfast cereal as natural and clean label offerings drive brand strength
  • Orbico sro leads growth through international brands and innovative, premium offerings
CHANNELS
  • Hypermarkets lead distribution of breakfast cereals, driven by promotions and competitive pricing
  • Discounters gain ground in breakfast cereals through competitive pricing and expanded convenience
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 25 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Volume 2020-2025
  • Table 26 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Value 2020-2025
  • Table 27 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
  • Table 28 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
  • Table 29 NBO Company Shares of Breakfast Cereals: % Value 2021-2025
  • Table 30 LBN Brand Shares of Breakfast Cereals: % Value 2022-2025
  • Table 31 Distribution of Breakfast Cereals by Format: % Value 2020-2025
  • Table 32 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Volume 2025-2030
  • Table 33 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Value 2025-2030
  • Table 34 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
  • Table 35 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMERPROCESSED MEAT, SEAFOOD AND ALTERNATIVES TO MEAT IN THE CZECH REPUBLICKEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Value growth is driven by price rises, convenience trends and the strength of private label
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
  • Processed meat and seafood sales rise amid higher prices and reduced imports from Slovakia
  • Meat and seafood substitutes remains the fastest-growing category despite slowdown
WHAT’S NEXT?
  • Rising incomes is set to boost demand for meat, seafood and alternatives to meat
  • Health and sustainability trends will fuel demand for meat and seafood substitutes
  • Sustainability is expected to drive innovation in meat and seafood, from eco-packaging to ethical sourcing
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
  • Lidl Ceska republika leads processed meat, seafood and alternatives to meat through strong private label ranges
  • Private label drives the fastest growth as Czech consumers prioritise value
CHANNELS
  • Hypermarkets lead sales while retail e-commerce and discounters gain ground
  • Discounters is the fastest-growing channel, driven by price, convenience and private label quality
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 36 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Volume 2020-2025
  • Table 37 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Value 2020-2025
  • Table 38 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
  • Table 39 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
  • Table 40 Sales of Shelf Stable Processed Red Meat by Type: % Volume Breakdown 2020-2025
  • Table 41 Sales of Chilled Processed Red Meat by Type: % Volume Breakdown 2020-2025
  • Table 42 Sales of Frozen Processed Red Meat by Type: % Volume Breakdown 2020-2025
  • Table 43 Sales of Frozen Processed Poultry by Type: % Value Breakdown 2020-2025
  • Table 44 Sales of Frozen Processed Seafood by Type: % Value Breakdown 2020-2025
  • Table 45 NBO Company Shares of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat: % Value 2021-2025
  • Table 46 LBN Brand Shares of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat: % Value 2022-2025
  • Table 47 Distribution of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Format: % Value 2020-2025
  • Table 48 Forecast Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Volume 2025-2030
  • Table 49 Forecast Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Value 2025-2030
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMERPROCESSED FRUIT AND VEGETABLES IN THE CZECH REPUBLICKEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Premiumisation, convenience and frozen products drive growth in 2025
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
  • Processed fruit and vegetables see value growth driven by premiumisation and convenience
  • Frozen processed fruit and vegetables lead growth, driven by convenience, versatility, and innovation
WHAT’S NEXT?
  • Growth is set to be driven by convenience and premiumisation amid economic recovery
  • Health and wellness trends are set to increasingly influence innovation in processed fruit and vegetables
  • Sustainability will drive innovation and consumer trust through packaging and sourcing
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
  • Bonduelle spol sro maintains its leading position, despite a slight decline in share
  • Growth of private label accelerates amid inflation and changing consumer preferences
CHANNELS
  • Hypermarkets retains its leadership in processed fruit and vegetables distribution
  • Retail e-commerce gains ground as consumers appreciate convenience and a wide ranges of goods
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 50 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Volume 2020-2025
  • Table 51 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Value 2020-2025
  • Table 52 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
  • Table 53 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
  • Table 54 Sales of Frozen Processed Vegetables by Type: % Value Breakdown 2020-2025
  • Table 55 NBO Company Shares of Processed Fruit and Vegetables: % Value 2021-2025
  • Table 56 LBN Brand Shares of Processed Fruit and Vegetables: % Value 2022-2025
  • Table 57 Distribution of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Format: % Value 2020-2025
  • Table 58 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Volume 2025-2030
  • Table 59 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Value 2025-2030
  • Table 60 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
  • Table 61 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMERRICE, PASTA AND NOODLES IN THE CZECH REPUBLICKEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Price increases and premiumisation drive the performance of rice, pasta and noodles
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
  • Modest value growth is driven by prices rises and premiumisation
  • Noodles, particularly instant varieties, drive growth as consumers seek convenience
WHAT’S NEXT?
  • Convenience and Asian-style cuisine is set to drive future growth in rice, pasta, and noodles
  • Rising focus on nutrition is expected to drive growth in wholegrain and high-protein options
  • Sustainability and eco-conscious packaging is set to shape product innovation
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
  • Orkla Foods maintains its leadership through strong brand names and solid distribution
  • Nongshim drives growth through rapid expansion in instant noodles and strong flavour innovation
CHANNELS
  • Hypermarkets lead in rice, pasta and noodles despite gradual share erosion to smaller formats
  • Discounters gain momentum as some consumers favour convenience and value over large-scale hypermarket shopping
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 62 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Volume 2020-2025
  • Table 63 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Value 2020-2025
  • Table 64 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
  • Table 65 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
  • Table 66 Sales of Instant Noodles by Leading Flavours: Rankings 2020-2025
  • Table 67 NBO Company Shares of Rice, Pasta and Noodles: % Value 2021-2025
  • Table 68 LBN Brand Shares of Rice, Pasta and Noodles: % Value 2022-2025
  • Table 69 NBO Company Shares of Rice: % Value 2021-2025
  • Table 70 LBN Brand Shares of Rice: % Value 2022-2025
  • Table 71 NBO Company Shares of Pasta: % Value 2021-2025
  • Table 72 LBN Brand Shares of Pasta: % Value 2022-2025
  • Table 73 NBO Company Shares of Noodles: % Value 2021-2025
  • Table 74 LBN Brand Shares of Noodles: % Value 2022-2025
  • Table 75 Distribution of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Format: % Value 2020-2025
  • Table 76 Distribution of Rice by Format: % Value 2020-2025
  • Table 77 Distribution of Pasta by Format: % Value 2020-2025
  • Table 78 Distribution of Noodles by Format: % Value 2020-2025
  • Table 79 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Volume 2025-2030
  • Table 80 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Value 2025-2030
  • Table 81 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
  • Table 82 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
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