Poland ranks as the fifth largest producer of bakery products in the European Union, according to the Pekao Bank report, “Baking Industry: Strong Performance in 2023 and Moderately Optimistic Future Prospects.” Additionally, Poland is among the top 10 EU exporters of bakery goods, distributing products within the EU and globally.

Key Industry Insights

• Sector Leadership: The bakery industry leads the Polish food sector in company numbers, with nearly 8,000 businesses. One in five food companies in Poland produces bakery products.
• Profitability and Investment: This sector is known for its high profitability and significant capital investments.
• Industry Structure: Despite its fragmentation, around 300 companies employ 10 or more people, with 30 of these being large enterprises employing over 250 workers. These large companies account for 60% of the industry's revenue.
• Employment: The bakery industry in Poland employs over 100,000 people, making it the fourth largest in the EU by employment.

Poland's dynamic bakery industry continues to thrive, bolstered by strong export performance and substantial contributions to the national economy.