Overview
- Niederegger says consumers will pay roughly 10% more for its marzipan this year as raw‑material costs rise, led by almonds and cocoa.
- The company started its Christmas run in mid‑August, first producing for U.S. export and now supplying Germany and Europe.
- Niederegger reports output of about 30 tonnes per day from late August through February, employs 500 plus up to 150 seasonal workers, and earns roughly half its annual revenue at Christmas.
- The firm links almond price pressures to a U.S. tariff dispute and growing global demand for almond products.
- Lübeck supplier Erasmi & Carstens reports comparable increases, citing raw‑material and energy costs, with one item up from €1.79 to €1.99.