Summary
The global market for jam, traditionally preferred as a breakfast food in Italian households, is experiencing strong external competition caused by the advent of substitute breakfast products. However, the market is failing to innovate due to a high degree of concentration, with the top three companies holding nearly 60 percent of the share in large-scale distribution channels.
In fact, consumption has varied considerably in the others. Indeed, it is possible to note:
- A shift by consumers toward jams with reduced sugar content.
- A growing demand for organic options.
Companies are trying to attract consumers through different packaging and consistent quality, emphasizing the healthy image of the product among Italian consumers, who increasingly appreciate organic and low-sugar alternatives
the key players shaping the landscape of the Italian jam market
As mentioned, the market is largely held by 3 companies. These industry leaders have managed to maintain their position by offering consumers a mix of traditional products and innovations in product formulation and packaging. These companies are characterized by common strategies such as :
- Innovation and tradition: The leading companies in the Italian jam market have built their reputation over many years, securing customer loyalty through consistent product quality. Despite high overall concentration, these brands continue to vie for consumer attention in an increasingly competitive landscape.
- Adapting to modern preferences: Responding to changing consumer preferences for healthier and more sustainable food choices, these companies have introduced sugar-reduced jams and organic alternatives. This shift demonstrates their agility and their commitment to remain relevant in a market where consumer trends are increasingly geared toward health consciousness and environmental responsibility.
- Innovative packaging strategies: Realizing the importance of visual appeal on the shelf, major players have invested resources in developing innovative packaging that not only protects the product but also attracts consumers. Manufacturers are aware that the first moment of customer contact is often through the eyes and, therefore, packaging has become an essential tool in their marketing repertoire.
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1.1 Definition and presentation
Jam, made with sugar, water and fruit, is a simple product that is spread worldwide with ancient origins. Depending on the culture and geography of a population, jam goes to accompany different meals or times of the day.
In Italian families jam has traditionally been associated with the early morning for some time, but today with the progressive increase in substitute products for breakfast, jam is slowly losing its audience. In this very mature market, incumbents are striving to maintain their market shares based on products that are characterized by a low and slow rate of innovation. In addition, the market is strongly concentrated, in fact, in the large-scale distribution channels, the first three companies reach almost 60% of market share.
However, two recent trends have emerged for player to distinguish themselves:
- At product level: we are observing a decrease in the quantity of sugar and the emergence of organic products.
- In terms of packaging: players are committed to seducing consumers with consistent quality and innovative packaging.
Jam continues to have a healthy image in the eyes of Italians, without age and without season, even more so with the advent of organic production and / or low sugar content.
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- Nombre d'entreprises spécialisées dans la production et la conservation des fruits et légumes (hors jus)
- Evolution du chiffre d'affaires des entreprises spécialisées dans la production et la conservation des fruits et légumes
- Evolution du commerce international de marmelades
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