Zandonella bankruptcy: organic ice cream line finally failed after nine years!

Zandonella bankruptcy: organic ice cream line finally failed after nine years!

Zandonella GmbH announced today that the bankruptcy filing for its organic ice cream line has been completed after nine years. However, this decision does not affect the popular ice cream parlors in Landau, which can continue to offer their ice cream. The bankruptcy, which was filed in 2016, is rooted in low margins and high production costs, which made it difficult for the company to gain a foothold in retail. The organic ice cream line, which was founded in 2013 by Sandro Zandonella and two partners, found its place in the frozen shelves of around 1,000 organic and grocery stores across Germany. Unfortunately, there were no successes, which led to the current situation, reports Rhine Palatinate.

Why now? The reasons for the bankruptcy are complex, but clear: the company struggled with the challenges of the industry. New competitors and rising costs meant the organic ice cream line was unable to take off as hoped. The focus on sustainable production also made it difficult to remain competitive. Even if the ice cream parlors are not affected, it remains to be seen how the brand will position itself in the future.

Wave of bankruptcies in the food industry

Zandonella's bankruptcy is not the only one that is currently causing a stir in the food sector. The start-up Bosque Foods has also filed for bankruptcy. The company, which specializes in mycoproteins and wanted to offer plant-based alternatives to meat products, is facing major challenges. Founder Isabella Iglesias-Musachio has already explained that the closure of the German subsidiary is part of a strategy to pool resources and prepare for the US market. The search for new investors turned out to be extremely difficult, which jeopardized the market launch of their products. More on this below chip.

A look at the overall landscape in Germany shows that bankruptcies are sadly increasing. In 2024, 21,812 companies filed for bankruptcy, an increase of around 4,000 compared to the previous year. The overall situation of companies is being severely impacted by the ongoing crises. Older companies in particular are increasingly finding themselves forced to take this step. According to the IFM There are around 6% of all company closures that can be traced back to a bankruptcy filing when all aspects are considered.

What does this mean for consumers? Current developments could pose a real challenge for many, particularly in relation to the availability of certain products and services. It remains to be seen how the industry will develop and what new solutions will be found to meet the challenges of the future.