Markal
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Founded in 1936 by Georges Markarian and located in the heart of the Drôme region, Markal is a French leader in organic grocery products sold through specialized distribution channels.
Offer
As a historical player in the organic sector in France, Markal specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of organic dry grocery products with a well-established brand among both the general public and distributors, holding a leading position in the grocery aisle of specialized distribution. Initially focused on bulgur production, the group has expanded its catalog and now offers a comprehensive range of sweet and savory grocery products, with over 1,000 references across approximately twenty brands.
Active throughout the value chain, Markal stands out for its ability to establish long-term supply chains, partially or fully integrated for certain product ranges.
Leveraging its historical expertise in cereal processing (wheat, bulgur, barley, etc.), the company possesses a modern and efficient industrial infrastructure that also caters to the needs of industrial players in France and internationally (agri-food, baby food, RHF, etc.).
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It is with great pride that I will continue the development of the family business Markal, a pioneering and leading brand in organic grocery in specialized distribution. My first priority will be to support our customers and partners in enhancing the offer and maintaining the close partnership relationship that has been the DNA of the company since its inception.
I thank Franck and Olivier Markarian for their trust. I am delighted to continue the family’s history, alongside FrenchFood Capital, expert and committed investors who will support me in this development project.
Impact
Impact Business Plan
Mission – A strategy aligned with the four pillars of food transition, integrated into the company’s development ambition.
Offering products from sustainable agriculture while reducing the environmental impact of our activities
| AMBITION 2025 | >95% |
| RESULT 2022 | 96% |
| BASELINE 2020 | 97% |
| AMBITION 2025 | 100% |
| RESULT 2022 | 94% |
| BASELINE 2020 | 94% |
| AMBITION 2025 | 30% |
| RESULT 2022 | 22% |
| BASELINE 2020 | 22% |
| AMBITION 2025 | 2 112 719 kwh [-10%] |
| RESULT 2022 | 2 278 363 kwh [-2.9% ] |
| BASELINE 2020 | 2 347 466 kwh |
| AMBITION 2025 | 100% |
| RESULT 2022 | 99% |
| BASELINE 2020 | NC |
Involving our employees in our project
| AMBITION 2025 | 80% |
| RESULT 2022 | NC* |
| BASELINE 2020 | NC* |
| AMBITION 2025 | 65% |
| RESULT 2022 | 52% |
| BASELINE 2020 | 33% |
Making balanced and flavorful nutrition accessible daily
| AMBITION 2025 | >95% |
| RESULT 2022 | 96% |
| BASELINE 2020 | 97% |
| AMBITION 2025 | 4 |
| RESULT 2022 | 6 |
| BASELINE 2020 | NC |
Developing sustainable, French supply chains and our local presence
| AMBITION 2025 | 60% |
| RESULT 2022 | 56% |
| BASELINE 2020 | 56% |
| AMBITION 2025 | 15% |
| RESULT 2022 | 10% |
| BASELINE 2020 | 10% |
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