Retail & E-Commerce
ALDI SÜD Reveals Its Food Range is Now 56.4% Plant-Based
Vegconomist • Sep 17, 2025
ALDI SÜD has significantly expanded its plant-based range, offering over 1,400 vegan-labelled products, more than double from the previous year. The retailer has disclosed that 56.4% of its food range is plant-based, with the rest being animal-based, as calculated using WWF's method. ALDI SÜD supports the idea of taxing plant-based alternative products at a reduced VAT rate of 7%, and has also revised recipes to reduce sugar and salt content while labeling all own-brand products with the Nutri-Score for healthier choices.
Madre Brava has praised ALDI SÜD for its transparency and commitment to sustainable practices, noting the retailer's comparison of actual sales to an ideal diet. However, the organization highlights that Lidl is aiming to increase its plant-based protein sales by 20% across all markets in the next five years. Pressure is now on supermarket chain REWE to follow suit in measuring and reporting the animal/plant share of its sales for greater sustainability and health benefits. ALDI SÜD's Nutrition Report reflects its dedication to accessible conscious nutrition through clearly defined measures and a diverse product range.
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