15 Jan 2014 --- Local table sauces have bucked the trend among processed food in Europe, by successfully fending off the efforts of both the international brands and private label to grab their market share. However, according to Rabobank's latest report, this success has come at a price. Manufacturers of local table sauce brands saw operating margins drop nearly 30 percent on average, over the last five years. In contrast, consolidators have managed to improve their results.
