5.1 million employees, 619,000 companies, 170,000 products - the German food industry in figures
The largest share of the workforce in the food sector is made up of employees in the hospitality industry (1,856,000), most businesses are in the agricultural sector (258,700) and the highest turnover was achieved by food wholesalers (253 billion euros) - this is shown by current sector figures (2021), which were compiled by the German Food Association in cooperation with the
Fruchthandel is a global media company located in Düsseldorf, Germany. The company's main focus is on fresh fruits and vegetables, covering everything from planting and cultivation to distribution and consumption. With its roots dating back to 1916, Fruchthandel has a long history of providing expert and timely information on the topic of fruits and vegetables through its flagship magazine, "Fruchthandel Magazin". In addition to the weekly publication, the company also offers special national and thematic editions, an industry guide, and a daily newsletter, "Fruchthandel Newsmail".