A survey conducted among European consumers in 2019 revealed that the origin of food products was the most important factor when buying groceries. For 51 percent of respondents, the cost was crucial in shopping decisions, while another 50 percent was influenced by food safety. The taste characteristics ranked fourth with 49 percent of the interviewees.
Important factors when buying food in the EU in 2019, by topic
This question was phrased by the source as follows: "When you buy food, which of the following are the most important to you? Firstly? And then?" Up to 3 answers were possible.
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EFSA. (June 7, 2019). Important factors when buying food in the EU in 2019, by topic [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 31, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1090637/important-factors-when-buying-food-europe/
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