US Bakeries Report: 2,500 Commercial Bakeries With Annual Revenue Of $25 Bil.
The US bakery industry has about 2,500 commercial bakeries, with combined annual revenue of $25 billion, and 6,000 small retail bakeries, with $3 billion total revenue. Major companies include Hostess Brands (formerly Interstate Bakeries) and Flowers Foods, plus divisions of companies such as Sara Lee. The commercial side of the industry is highly concentrated: the 50 largest commercial bakers generate more than 80 percent of revenue. The retail side of the industry is fragmented: although big companies may operate dozens of bakeries, the typical baker operates just one facility. …